Turkish Zucchini Stew Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    35 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    206 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Turkish

Turkish Zucchini Stew Recipe

This Turkish zucchini stew is hearty, healthy and so easy to make. It's made in one pot and is ready in just 30 minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 zucchinis
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup medium grain rice
  • 1 tsp Aleppo pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 2 cups water
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Instructions

  1. Wash the zucchini and cut it into half moons.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  4. Add the tomato paste and cook for a minute. Add in the zucchini and give it a good stir.
  5. Rinse the rice under running water a few times.
  6. Add the rice, salt and pepper. Add the water and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until the rice is cooked.
  7. Top with yogurt and serve.

Notes

  • You can serve zucchini stew as a main dish with a side of salad or some bread. 
  • Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. 
  • To freeze, place the stew in a freezer safe container and freeze for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw in the fridge overnight or place it in a pot and heat over medium heat. 
  • You can add chopped tomato to this dish as well. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 206kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Sodium 629mg (26%) Potassium 383mg (11%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 259IU (5%) Vitamin C 22mg (24%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 206 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 206kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 629mg 26%
Potassium 383mg 8%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 259IU 5%
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

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

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