Cheesy Zucchini Rice

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4.0

18 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    353 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Cheesy Zucchini Rice

Cheesy Zucchini Rice is a yummy side dish perfect for any weeknight meal- it's easy to make and pairs well with all your family favorites!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups zucchini ends removed & shredded
  • 2 cups white cheddar shredded
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Instructions

  1. Place a medium saucepan over medium heat> Add the olive oil and butter. Once melted, add the rice and garlic to the pan and stir allowing the rice to toast for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Pour in the chicken stock and salt. Stir to combine.
  3. Cover the saucepan and bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed by the rice.
  4. Uncover the saucepan and use a fork to fluff the rice.
  5. Add the shredded cheddar and zucchini and continue to fluff with the fork until it's all mixed together and the cheese has melted. Serve warm.
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 353kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 4g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 35mg (12%) Sodium 610mg (25%) Potassium 293mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 423IU (8%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 224mg (22%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 353 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 353kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 610mg 25%
Potassium 293mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 423IU 8%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 224mg 22%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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