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Basmati Rice Pilaf With Zucchini, Roasted Red Peppers & Par Recipe

Basmati Rice Pilaf With Zucchini, Roasted Red Peppers & Par Recipe

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Basmati Rice Pilaf With Zucchini, Roasted Red Peppers & Par

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tsp salt , plus more to taste
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper , plus more to taste
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium white onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 red bell peppers , roasted, peeled and diced
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
4 -5 basil leaves , cut into thin strips

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400*F.
Place the zucchini cubes on a baking sheet with sides and toss with 1 TBs of the olive oil and salt and pepper to taste. Roast for about 15 minutes, stirring periodically so it browns evenly, until it is tender and golden brown. Cool to room temperature.
Melt the butter and the remaining 1 TBS olive oil together in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook about 5 minutes until soft. Add the rice and continue to cook, stirring often, for about 2 minutes, ujtil the rice slides around easily in the pan. Stir in the broth, 2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper and bring to a low boil ove medium high heat. Reduce the heat tolow, cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until fluffy and the rice has absorbed the liquid.
Remove the rice from the heat, add the roasted peppers, roasted zucchini, parsley, and basil. Stir gently to combine. Season to taste if required. Serve warm.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	186.09 Kcal (779 kJ)
Calories from fat	65.11 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	7.23g	11%
Cholesterol	5.09mg	2%
Sodium	1138.92mg	47%
Potassium	209.71mg	4%
Total Carbs	27.77g	9%
Sugars	2.27g	9%
Dietary Fiber	1.68g	7%
Protein	2.22g	4%
Vitamin C	54.9mg	92%
Vitamin A	1mg	34%
Iron	40.8mg	227%
Calcium	21.9mg	2%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	77.16 Kcal (323 kJ)
Calories from fat	27 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3g	11%
Cholesterol	2.11mg	2%
Sodium	472.25mg	47%
Potassium	86.96mg	4%
Total Carbs	11.52g	9%
Sugars	0.94g	9%
Dietary Fiber	0.69g	7%
Protein	0.92g	4%
Vitamin C	22.8mg	92%
Vitamin A	0.4mg	34%
Iron	16.9mg	227%
Calcium	9.1mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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