Description

This One Pot Cheesy Zucchini Rice recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines tender zucchini, creamy cheeses, and aromatic seasonings with fluffy long-grain rice. It’s a perfect balance of savory and cheesy goodness in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Olive Oil

1 tablespoon olive oil

Yellow Onion

1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped

Garlic

2 cloves garlic, minced

Long-Grain Rice

1 ½ cups long-grain rice, uncooked

Vegetable Broth

3 cups vegetable broth

Zucchini

2 medium zucchini, diced

Cheddar Cheese

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Parmesan Cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Italian Seasoning

1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Salt and Pepper

Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional Garnish

Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant.
Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the uncooked rice, then pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
Integrate Zucchini: Add diced zucchini to the pot, stirring to combine with the rice and broth.
Melt Cheeses: Once the rice is cooked and zucchini is tender, remove from heat. Fold in shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan until melted.
Season and Serve: Sprinkle in Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

You can customize this dish by adding protein like grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
Feel free to experiment with different cheese blends for a unique flavor profile.
For a vegetarian option, ensure all cheese ingredients are vegetarian-friendly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: One-Pot
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: One Pot, Cheesy Zucchini Rice, Comfort Food, Vegetarian, Easy Recipe