Velda de la Garza

Brown Rice with Zucchini

Arroz con Calabacita

Preparation info
  • Serves

    6

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Healthy Easy Mexican: Over 160 Authentic Low-Calorie, Big Flavor Recipes
Healthy Easy Mexican

By Velda de la Garza

Published 2021

  • About

Adding zucchini, scallions, and cilantro perks up the flavor of this brown rice and makes it richer in nutrients. Zucchini is a great source of potassium and vitamin C. Serve this rice with Albóndigas de Salmón.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (180 g) brown rice
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method

  1. Bring 2½ cups (600 ml) water to a boil in a saucepan. Add the rice and salt and bring to a boil again. Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 40 minutes.
  2. Uncover and add the zucchini, scallions, and cilantro. Cover and steam until the rice is cooked thoroughly, 5 to 10 mintues. Allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.