Veggie (or Quinoa) Rice Recipe

Name: Veggie (or Quinoa) Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cup uncooked white rice (or Quinoa); 1 3/4 cup water; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1 cup zucchini squash, peeled and diced; 1 cup chopped mushrooms; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese; 1 tsp oregano (or italian seasoning mix); 1 salt & pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cup uncooked white rice (or Quinoa)
1 3/4 cup water
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup zucchini squash, peeled and diced
1 cup chopped mushrooms
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp oregano (or italian seasoning mix)
1 salt & pepper to taste

1
Saute veggies in olive oil till soft.
2
(I used the insides of the zucchini for stuffed zucchini boats.)
3
Add in garlic, rice or Quinoa and oregano, saute 1 minute more.
4
Add in water and bring to a boil.
5
Turn off heat and cover and let sit till most all water is absorbed.
6
If substituting with quinoa reduce to a low simmer and stir occasionally until liquid is completely absorbed.
7
Stir in Parmesan cheese and extra seasoning if desired serve.
8
Enjoy as a main dish or side with fish, Pork chops, steak or chicken!

390

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cup uncooked white rice (or Quinoa), 1 3/4 cup water, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Veggie (or Quinoa) Rice 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.

Veggie (or Quinoa) Rice

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