Vegetarian Zucchini Rice Bake Recipe Easy for Dinner Delight!
A simple and delicious vegetarian zucchini rice bake that is perfect for a delightful dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, grated zucchinis, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, chopped onion, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- For a vegan version, use plant-based cheese and ensure the rice is vegan-friendly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg