Broccoli Cauliflower Rice

Easy to make, broccoli cauliflower rice is a quick low carb keto friendly alternative. Simply seasoned, healthy and vegan and gluten-free.

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Broccoli cauliflower rice in a white bowl with a spoon.

Last Updated on June 9, 2022 by Betty Davies

Simply seasoned, this broccoli cauliflower rice recipe is a great low carb and keto alternative to white or brown rice. Fresh and healthy, this low calorie and vegan vegetable side dish is quick and easy to make with just a few basic ingredients.

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If you are looking for a healthy and tasty vegetable side dish to serve with your favorite meals, then this broccoli cauliflower rice recipe is super versatile and extra delicious!

Whether you are looking to reduce your carb or calorie intake, or just want and easy way to add more veggies to your plate, this riced cauliflower and broccoli is perfect for any well balanced diet and is a great alternative to rice and pastas.

Quick and easy to prep and cook, it’s great to serve with curries, stews and pasta sauces for a family weeknight dinner that everyone will love.

Be sure to try my Roasted Cauliflower Rice and Lime and Coconut Cauliflower Rice too!

Why you will love this recipe!

Quick and easy: Just rice your cauliflower and broccoli and quickly heat through in a skillet in a few minutes. All made in one pan on the stovetop with just a few simple ingredients.
Great for meal prep: Make up a big batch to freeze, or use for weekly meal prep.
Healthy: Loaded with vitamins and minerals and high in fiber and antioxidants, this is a delicious way to get the goodness in whilst remaining low in calories.
Dietary info: This broccoli cauliflower rice is vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and low carb and keto.

Riced broccoli and cauliflower in a white bowl.

Ingredients

Broccoli and cauliflower: These two cruciferous veggies work so well together. Quickly rice them into grains before heating through to serve.
Seasonings: Salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.
Oil: A little oil is needed to cook the riced veggies. Any neutral oil like vegetable, canola or avocado will work well.

How to make broccoli cauliflower rice

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Rice the cauliflower and broccoli and mix together with the seasonings (photo 1).
Cook in a skillet on the stovetop til warmed through (photo 2).

Two step by step photos to show how to make the recipe.

Recipe Variations

You can easily mix up the seasonings used in this broccoli cauliflower rice recipe to suit whatever you are serving it with. Try adding in some lime zest and cilantro for a Mexican spin, stir in some parmesan and fresh basil for Italian night, or add some soy sauce to accompany your Chinese stir fry. There are so many ways to can mix up this simple recipe! If you prefer, you can make this with just broccoli or just cauliflower.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you rice cauliflower and broccoli?

I find that the quickest and easiest way to rice cauliflower and broccoli is in a food processor or stand blender. Add the florets a few at a time and pulse a few times to break them down so that they resemble grains of rice. Don’t process them too much and be sure to pulse, otherwise it will become too wet and soggy. Scrape the sides down between batches. You can also use a box grater.

Why is my riced broccoli and cauliflower soggy?

If you are serving wet and soggy broccoli and cauliflower it’s likely that you have overcooked it. You only need a little oil in the skillet, and stir it several times during cooking so that the steam doesn’t get trapped. It only needs to be heated through and this only takes a few minutes.

Once you have riced your broccoli and cauliflower, if it seems watery, you can squeeze it in a paper towel or cheesecloth to remove excess water before cooking.

Can you use frozen cauliflower rice?

I prefer to use fresh cauliflower, but you can certainly use the bags of frozen cauliflower rice from the store for ease and convenience. There’s no need to defrost it first, just toss it with the broccoli and seasonings and cook as per the recipe below.

Broccoli cauliflower rice in a silver skillet with a wooden spoon.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this broccoli cauliflower rice in place of rice or pastas for some extra vegetable goodness on your plate. Seasoned with onion and garlic, this is a super versatile side that will sit well with almost any meal. Try it with some of these favorites:

Make Ahead, Storage and Reheating

Uncooked riced cauliflower and broccoli should be frozen, not stored in the fridge, as it can develop an odor. You can freeze it for up to 1 month and cook it right from frozen.

Once cooked, it will keep well in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 4 days. It’s best not to freeze it after cooking as the texture can change a little, though it will keep for a couple of months.

Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet for a few minutes, or in the microwave for about 30 seconds.

Recipe Notes and Tips

If you are using a food processor or stand blender to rice your cauliflower and broccoli, pulse it rather than use a continuous speed so that you don’t overwork it.
Stir several times during cooking so that the steam doesn’t get trapped, this can lead to soggy rice.
Get adventurous and mix up your seasonings to suit all of your favorite dishes!

Close up of riced broccoli and cauliflower.

This vegan and keto friendly broccoli cauliflower rice recipe is a great way to get some healthy and delicious fresh veggies on your plate. Quick and simple and great for meal prep, it’s an easy swap that will leave you feeling full and satisfied.

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