Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Rice Recipe
This Cheesy Broccoli Cauliflower Rice is a creamy, flavorful low-carb side dish that combines riced cauliflower and broccoli with sharp cheddar cheese, butter, and a hint of mustard powder. It’s a perfect quick and comforting vegetable dish that takes just 30 minutes to prepare and serves 6.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 4 cups cauliflower (riced, see notes)
- 2 cups broccoli (riced)
Cooking & Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the riced vegetables.
- Cook the vegetables: Add the riced cauliflower and broccoli to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir often and cook until just tender, about 8-9 minutes.
- Prepare cheese sauce base: Transfer the cooked vegetable rice to a bowl, then wipe the pan clean and return it to medium heat.
- Make the sauce: Add butter to the pan and melt it. Whisk in the heavy whipping cream and mustard powder until the mixture is well blended. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Add cheese: Whisk in the sharp cheddar cheese continually until it is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine everything: Stir the cauliflower and broccoli rice back into the cheese sauce, coating the vegetables evenly.
- Heat through: Continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes until everything is well combined and heated through. Serve warm.
Notes
- To rice cauliflower and broccoli, pulse florets in a food processor until they resemble rice grains.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter, cream, and cheese with vegan alternatives.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop.
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