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Vegan Broccoli Rice Casserole

Delicious Vegan Broccoli Rice Casserole for Family Nights

Enjoy this Vegan Broccoli Rice Casserole, packed with nutrients and loved by the whole family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 head Broccoli fresh or frozen
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper chopped
  • 2 cups Brown Rice pre-cooked
  • 1 cup Dairy-Free Jack Cheese or nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper freshly cracked
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
  • to taste Fresh Herbs like parsley or chives

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Skillet
  • steamer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9" x 9" baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Steam the broccoli florets for about 10 minutes until vibrant green and slightly firm. Set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and bell pepper, cooking for 10-15 minutes until softened.
  4. Mix steamed broccoli, brown rice, dairy-free jack cheese, sea salt, and pepper in the skillet.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and bake uncovered for 20 minutes until heated through and cheese is melty.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is freezer-friendly and can be made ahead. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for quick meals.

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