Recipes Brown Rice, Broccoli, Cheese and Walnut Surprise 4.5 (202) 136 Reviews 11 Photos This recipe was born one night when I didn't have too much to do. I guess the only surprise about it is that it tastes so good! Recipe by jen Updated on July 14, 2022 Save Saved! View All Saved Items Rate Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Add Photo 11 11 11 11 Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 servings Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients ½ cup chopped walnuts 1 tablespoon butter 1 onion, chopped ½ teaspoon minced garlic 1 cup uncooked instant brown rice 1 cup vegetable broth 1 pound fresh broccoli florets ½ teaspoon salt ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on small baking sheet, and bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until toasted. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion and garlic in melted butter for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the rice, add the broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 7 to 8 minutes. Place broccoli in a microwave-safe casserole dish, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover, and microwave until tender. Spoon rice onto a serving platter, and top with broccoli. Sprinkle walnuts and cheese on top. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 368 Calories 23g Fat 30g Carbs 15g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 368 % Daily Value * Total Fat 23g 29% Saturated Fat 9g 44% Cholesterol 37mg 12% Sodium 643mg 28% Total Carbohydrate 30g 11% Dietary Fiber 6g 20% Total Sugars 4g Protein 15g Vitamin C 104mg 518% Calcium 295mg 23% Iron 2mg 11% Potassium 494mg 11% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved