RICE VEGETABLE SKILLET

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"This is a favorite vegetable casserole of ours," writes Arlene Lee of Holland, Manitoba. "It's very filling served over rice, and the cheese gives the veggies extra flavor. Great warmed up the next day if any is left!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
2 medium carrots, sliced
1-1/2 cups cauliflowerets
1-1/2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook onion in butter until tender. Add carrots; cook 5 minutes longer. Stir in the cauliflower, broccoli, rice and garlic. Add broth; bring mixture to a boil. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from the heat; stir in the cheese, parsley, salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges