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Zucchini Rice with butter and cheese in black bowl

Zucchini Rice

Finely shredded zucchini and a handful of sharp cheddar cheese are mixed into fluffy white rice to make this quick and easy zucchini rice side dish.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup long grain or Jasmine rice
  • cups shredded zucchini (2 small or 1 medium)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley

Instructions

  • Combine the broth and the rice in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cover with a lid. Cook for 14-16 minutes, until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the zucchini and the butter. Stir in the cheese and top with a lid for 3-4 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
  • Taste and add salt and pepper, only as needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal · Carbohydrates: 28g · Protein: 6g · Fat: 8g · Saturated Fat: 4g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g · Monounsaturated Fat: 2g · Trans Fat: 0.2g · Cholesterol: 21mg · Sodium: 489mg · Potassium: 319mg · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 3g · Vitamin A: 466IU · Vitamin C: 19mg · Calcium: 96mg · Iron: 1mg
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