Broccoli Spinach “Rice” with Avocado & Pumpkin Seeds

This dish is a perfect rice substitute and can be made in under 15 minutes!  Broccoli rice is abundant in superfoods like cilantro, dulse, spinach and of course – broccoli.  A plant based meal that is loaded with healthy fats, protein, vitamins and minerals.  Eating a plant based meal is important to ensure you are getting enough fiber and to keep your body alkalized, strong and balanced. Enjoy this delicious, warm or cold!

Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 1 lb broccoli rice
• 3 T coconut oil or avocado oil
• 1 large red onion
• 4 cloves garlic, diced
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 cups spinach, chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 bunch of parsley, chopped
• 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped
• 1 t mustard seed powder
• 1 t dulse powder
• 1 1⁄2 t salt
• 1⁄2 t black pepper

Instructions

1. In a sauté pan, add the coconut oil, onion, garlic, salt, pepper and mustard seed powder and saute for 5 minutes on medium heat.
2. Add the broccoli rice and saute for 1 minute.
3. Add the coconut milk, spinach, lemon and dulse.
4. Cover and cook for 8 minutes.
5. Remove from the heat and stir in the chopped herbs.
6. Top with sliced avocado and pumpkin seeds.

Benefits: High in plant protein.

This dish is a great way to stay balanced when eating plant based a couple days a week!

Recipe source Chef Amber. Visit her website: Chef Amber.com

Recipe image provided by Hailee Repko CNW Agency