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Recipe of the Week: Yellow Squash & Zucchini Rice Pilaf

This easy and tasty side dish will pair well with any entrée, it includes tender carrots, zucchini, and yellow squash over creamy rice.

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Liz

Celebrating National Nutrition Month with Healthy Recipes

Zucchini & Yellow Squash Rice Pilaf

This easy and tasty side dish will pair well with any entrée, it includes tender carrots, zucchini, and yellow squash over creamy rice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Yield/Total Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1⁄2 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cups broth low-sodium
    chicken or veggie
  • 2/3 cup long grain rice
  • 1 cup sliced yellow squash
  • 1 cup sliced zucchini
  • Fresh herbs of your choice (optional) basil, parsley,
    oregano, thyme, dill, etc.
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add carrots and onions, cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in broth, rice, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer, and simmer covered for 13 minutes.
  3. Uncover and stir to lift any rice that may be sticking to the bottom of the pan. Mix in yellow squash and zucchini.
  4. Re-cover and simmer an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  5. Garnish with fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
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