Asparagus-Zucchini Rice Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 02, 2005

Very good! I used couscous instead of rice(1 cup water + 1 Cup couscous)and I mixed it all together once the couscous was steamed and fluffed. I will probably make it the same way with the rice because I afraid that the veggies might be overcooked for my taste. I will be making this again with rice, couscous or maybe even pastas like orzo and risi. Thank you for this versatile gem!

—GREENEYEDFAY

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Oct 27, 2003

This side dish I agree is easy and makes good size portions, but I would recommend using a chicken, vegetable or even beef broth instead of water for more depth of flavor. The spices are strong (I would have held back a little on the thyme), but compliment the veges. Cooking the vegetables with the rice makes them mushier than I would have liked, so I may not cook them much first next time. I also added fresh mushrooms and topped with parmesan cheese when served. Husband generally liked this, so we will try it again.

—SWEETPEA3087

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Jan 25, 2007

Not the greatest. It had a good flavor, but cooking the veggies WITH the rice for so long made them mushy. If I make again, I will add the veggies for the last couple of minutes the rice is simmering.

—Kristin O

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Aug 14, 2003

I really enjoyed this recipe, although I will use a little less cayenne next time as a bit too hot for my taste. Also used chicken stock rather than just water. Delicious!

—BADABING1

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Aug 02, 2005

I did several things differently... I cut up 2 chicken breasts and cooked them in butter, set that aside, then cooked the veggies and added the chicken back in right before adding the spices. I personally liked the zucchini the best, so I used 2 of those. I doubled the amount of oregano, basil & garlic. I also made the rice in a different pan. I tried to make basmati wild rice, but that didn't work out so well... :) (if anyone knows how to make it right, I would love the help!) so I ended up making instant rice and mixing it in with the veggie/chicken mixture, which was EXCELLENT. My husband loved this!

—Desiree

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Feb 28, 2013

Not sure why you would cook the vegetables until tender, followed by cooking them again, for another 20 minutes, with the rice. You’d end up with unattractive mush. I didn’t do that. I sautéed the vegetables separately, cooked the rice in chicken broth, and then combined the two. In addition, looking over the recipe told me this would be "herb overkill" for my tastes, so I just used Penzey's Fox Point Seasoning (but any seasoning of your choice would work). This was very good with the above-mentioned modifications, and I’m glad I came across it to make use of the zucchini and asparagus I had in the fridge, but it’s still a basically flawed simple recipe for rice mixed with vegetables.

—naples34102

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Jul 24, 2003

Very easy to make. We used brown rice. Lovely flavour.

—SUE MATHIAS

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Jul 24, 2003

very good flavor...the onion gave it a robust taste and I added more cayenne pepper for some extra heat and we really enjoyed this...will be making it again

—CALICOOKIN

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Nutrition

Calories
210 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
43.1 g
14%

Cholesterol
4 mg
1%

Fat
1.9 g
3%

Fiber
2.6 g
10%

Protein
5.2 g
10%

Sodium
23 mg
< 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Asparagus-Zucchini Rice

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 210
Calories from Fat: 18

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.9g 3 %
** Saturated Fat 1g 5 %
Cholesterol 4mg 1 %
Sodium 23mg < 1 %
Potassium 314mg 9 %
Total Carbohydrates 43.1g 14 %
Dietary Fiber 2.6g 10 %
Protein 5.2g 10 %
** Sugars 2.8g
Vitamin A 10 %
Vitamin C 21 %
Calcium 6 %
Iron 33 %
** Thiamin 37 %
Niacin 28 %
** Vitamin B6 16 %
** Magnesium 11 %
** Folate 82 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.