Parmesan Zucchini Rice

Rice with plenty of fresh zucchini, parmesan and a splash of lemon!

👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 30 min⏳ Prep: 10 min🔥 Cook: 20 min👤 kevin📖 closetcooking

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🥘 Ingredients

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Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the onion and cook until tender, about ⏱️ 5-7 minutes.

oil (or butter)1 tablespoononion, diced1 cup

Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about a minute.

garlic, chopped2 cloves

Add the rice and water, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, for ⏱️ 20 minutes.

water (or vegetable broth)2 cups

Mix the zucchini and parmesan in and let the cheese melt.

zucchini, shredded2 cups

Add the lemon juice, lemon zest and dill before seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

lemon juice2 tablespoonslemon zest1 teaspoonfresh dill, chopped (or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill)2 tablespoonssalt and pepper to taste

calories

Calories 273

fat Content

Fat 6g

fiber Content

Fiber 1g

sugar Content

Sugars 3g

sodium Content

Sodium 140mg

protein Content

Protein 7g

trans Fat Content

Trans 0

cholesterol Content

Cholesterol 6mg

carbohydrate Content

Carbs 45g

saturated Fat Content

Saturated 1g

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