Mediterranean Barley & Brown Rice Bake Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Barley & Brown Rice Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup brown rice; 1/2 cup pearl barley; 2 1/2 cups water; 3 cups zucchini sliced; ⅔ cup onions chopped; 1 each green bell peppers cut in strips; ⅔ cup water; ⅓ cup tomato paste; 1 clove garlic minced; 1 teaspoon basil (or oregano); 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 large tomatoes sliced; 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese part milk, skim

Servings: persons

1/2 cup brown rice
1/2 cup pearl barley
2 1/2 cups water
3 cups zucchini sliced
⅔ cup onions chopped
1 each green bell peppers cut in strips
⅔ cup water
⅓ cup tomato paste
1 clove garlic minced
1 teaspoon basil (or oregano)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 large tomatoes sliced
3/4 cup mozzarella cheese part milk, skim

1
Rinse rice and barkey under cold water.
2
In a saucepan, bring water to boil; stir in rice and barley.
3
Cover and reduce heat; simmer for 40 minutes or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
4
Spray 11 X 7 inch baking dish with nonstick vegetable coating; spread rice mixture on bottom.
5
In saucepan with a small amount of boiling water, cook zucchini, onions and green pepper for 2 to 3 minutes or until tender-crisp; drain.
6
Spread over rice mixture.
7
In a small bowl, combine water, tomato paste, garlic, basil and sugar.
8
Pour over vegetables.
9
Arrange tomato slices on top.
10
Cover and bake at 325F for 25 minutes or until heated through.
11
Sprinkle with cheese; bake uncovered for 5 additional minutes or until cheese melts.

209

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup brown rice, 1/2 cup pearl barley, 2 1/2 cups water, 3 cups zucchini sliced, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Barley & Brown Rice Bake falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mediterranean Barley & Brown Rice Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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