Zucchini And Rice

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mediterranean

A quick and flavorful zucchini and rice dish seasoned with nutmeg, topped with Parmesan cheese, perfect for a light vegetarian meal or side dish.

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Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 small zucchini
  • corn oil or Pam
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • nutmeg to taste

Instructions

  1. Peel the zucchini and cut it into slices, then quarter the slices.
  2. Heat corn oil or cooking spray in a frying pan, then add the zucchini.
  3. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is soft.
  4. Add salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste.
  5. Cook the rice in another pan according to package instructions.
  6. Mix the cooked rice with the zucchini.
  7. Top with Parmesan cheese.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle additional cheese on top and place in the oven for a few minutes to melt.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

446 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.4g 9% DV
Total Fat 34.4g 44% DV
Carbs 32.1g 12% DV
Fiber 5.8g 21% DV
Sugar 1.6g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9916.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 193mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 4.5mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 5.2mg 6% DV
Calcium 60.5mg 5% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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