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Seasoned Zucchini Rice

A close up of a green bowl with vegan seasoned rice and zucchini.

Vegan seasoned zucchini rice is a hearty and flavorful rice recipe boosted with a serving of fresh zucchini. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dairy-free side dish is sure to add a boost of color and flavor to your dinner plate.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup Rice (long grain)
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Basil
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Parsley
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon Vegan Butter
  • 1 cup Shredded Zucchini

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup water and 1 cup vegetable broth to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, add 1 cup long grain rice and return to boil.
  3. Stir in ½ teaspoon Dried Basil, ½ teaspoon Onion Powder, ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder, ½ teaspoon Dried Parsley, ½ teaspoon Salt, ½ teaspoon Pepper, and 1 Tablespoon plant-based butter.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook 15 minutes.
  5. After 15 minutes, remove from heat but leave the lid on the pan for 5 minutes.
  6. When the 5 minutes is up, stir in 1 cup of shredded zucchini and let sit for about 5 minutes.