Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Rice for Quick and Easy Summer Meals
ummer Zucchini Rice Dish is a light, flavorful meal featuring tender zucchini, fluffy rice, and fresh herbs with a touch of lemon, perfect for summer lunches or dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 medium zucchinis, diced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Optional: cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, grated Parmesan or vegan cheese
Instructions
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Cook rice in broth according to package instructions; fluff and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion until translucent.
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Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Sauté zucchini 5–7 minutes until tender; season with salt and pepper.
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Optional: add cherry tomatoes or pine nuts.
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Fold in cooked rice; drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle parsley.
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Optional: stir in cheese. Serve warm.