Cheesy Zucchini Rice

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This cheesy zucchini rice is just what the title promises, and so buttery, so cheesy, and so good that there's never any left when I serve it.

cheesy zucchini rice in green bowl
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Stand Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 (14 ounce) can low-sodium chicken broth, such as Swanson®

  • 1 cup long grain rice

  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 1 cup shredded unpeeled zucchini

  • 1 cup crumbled Oaxaca cheese

  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring broth to a boil in a saucepan; stir in rice. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.

  2. Remove from heat. Stir in melted butter. Add zucchini and cheese. Stir, cover and let sit until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

    closeup of rice with zucchini shreds

    Yolanda Gutierrez

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

167 Calories
11g Fat
10g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 167
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 6g 32%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 235mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g 2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 5mg 5%
Calcium 158mg 12%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 178mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.