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Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Rice
4.4 from 15 votes

Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Rice

Made in ONE POT! So easy. So cheesy. So garlicky. A side dish for all of your meals! Can be made with brown rice or quinoa.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Side Dish

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 zucchini shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add garlic, and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Stir in vegetable broth and rice. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer until rice is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in zucchini and cheese; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and let stand until cheese has melted, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • *Water can be substituted.
  • *Brown rice or quinoa can be substituted, but cooking time may have to be adjusted as needed.