Best 5 Arroz Con Calabacin Rice With Zucchini Recipes

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Are you craving a flavorful and nutritious dish that is easy to make and packed with fresh flavors? Look no further than "arroz con calabacin," a traditional Spanish rice dish featuring tender zucchini, aromatic herbs, and a vibrant tomato sauce. This delightful recipe combines the goodness of wholesome ingredients, creating a culinary masterpiece that is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the simple steps and key ingredients that will guide you towards crafting the perfect "arroz con calabacin" dish, guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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CALABACITAS CON ELOTE (ZUCCHINI WITH CORN)



Calabacitas con Elote (Zucchini with Corn) image

One of the most popular Mexican side dishes. It is so good, that Mexicans often double the portion and eat it as main dish with warm tortillas. This is a keeper for vegetarians and meat lovers.

Provided by gem

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 ½ cups fresh corn kernels
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound zucchini, sliced
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 fresh poblano chile pepper - seeded, deveined, and chopped
salt and black pepper to taste
¼ cup crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Place the corn in a saucepan with enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Place a cover on the saucepan, reduce heat to medium, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir the onion and garlic in the hot oil until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Mix the zucchini and tomato into the onion and garlic; cook together 5 minutes. Stir the corn kernels into the mixture; add the poblano pepper. Season with salt and pepper; stir. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook until the zucchini is tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with the cotija cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Cholesterol 5.8 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 83.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

ARROZ CON CALABACIN (RICE WITH ZUCCHINI)



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For ZWT 5. From The Foods and Wines of Spain. Could be used as a: Main Dish-Serves 4. Side Dish-Serves 6 Update: Have changed directions per reviewers suggestion.

Provided by MomLuvs6

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 dried sweet red pepper, such as New Mexico style, stem and seeds removed
1 small tomatoes, cut in large pieces
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 lb zucchini, cut in 1/2-inch cubes (1/2 meduim zucchini)
1/4 lb green beans
1 cup short-grain rice
2 cups chicken broth
salt

Steps:

  • Sauce:.
  • Heat chicken broth.
  • Heat oil in large skillet.
  • Saute dried red pepper until softened (do not burn it), and remove from skillet.
  • Next saute the tomato and garlic in same skillet and oil, until garlic is golden.
  • Add dried red pepper, tomato and garlic to processor or blender.
  • Blend the ingredients in the processor, forming a paste.
  • Add the heated chicken broth to the paste and blend until smooth.
  • Rice:.
  • Put the onion in the skillet and saute til soft.
  • Add zucchini and green beans, saute 10 minutes.
  • Add the rice, stir to coat well with the oil.
  • Pour sauce into the skillet.
  • Add salt, bring to a boil, simmer, uncovered 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, you don't want the rice soupy.
  • Pour into a 8-9 inch casserole dish, bake uncovered for 15 minutes at 325 degrees or until any remaining liquid is absorbed. Remove from oven and cover with foil, sit for 5 minutes.
  • Serve.

MT. RAINER ZUCCHINI AND RICE



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This is a recipe some coworkers of mine made for an outdoor Dutch oven cooking competition about 20 years ago and I've adapted to a conventional oven. My wife loves this and we've even had it as a main course although it is better suited to a side dish due to its rich flavor.

Provided by Ted Y

Categories     Rice Casserole

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup butter
1 onion, diced
1 cup brown and wild rice mix
¼ cup water
2 large tomatoes, diced
4 small zucchini, sliced
½ cup shredded Colby cheese
2 cups sour cream
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Mix onion, brown and wild rice mix, and water in the melted butter. Layer tomatoes over rice mixture; top with zucchini. Cover zucchini with Colby cheese.
  • Mix sour cream, garlic, salt, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and black pepper together in a bowl; spread over Colby cheese layer. Cover Dutch oven.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until rice is tender and cheese is bubbling, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 48.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 504.9 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

RICE WITH ZUCCHINI AND RED PEPPER



Rice With Zucchini and Red Pepper image

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
2 small zucchini, about 1/2 pound, trimmed and cut into half-inch cubes
1 sweet red pepper, cored, seeded, deveined and cut into quarter-inch cubes
1 cup converted rice
2 sprigs fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 cup fresh chicken broth or water
salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a heavy saucepan, then add the onions, garlic, zucchini and red peppers. Stir until wilted.
  • Add the rice and stir to blend. Cook briefly. Add the thyme, bay leaf, coriander, chicken broth and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, stirring, and cover tightly. Simmer for 17 minutes.
  • Uncover, remove the sprig of thyme and the bay leaf. Stir with a fork to fluff lightly.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 301, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 596 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

SPANISH RICE WITH ZUCCHINI



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Provided by George D. Morrison

Categories     Garlic     Onion     Rice     Side     Bake     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Zucchini     Winter     Gourmet     California     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped fine
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup basmati or other long-grain rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch dice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a 2-quart flameproof casserole or saucepan heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and add onion and garlic. Reduce heat to moderately low and cook onion mixture, covered, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes, or until softened. Increase heat to moderate and add rice. Cook rice, stirring, 3 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil, covered.
  • Bake rice, covered, in middle of oven about 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in zucchini and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender zucchini: Look for zucchini that is firm and has a deep green color. Avoid zucchini that is bruised or has soft spots.
  • Slice the zucchini thinly: This will help it cook evenly and quickly.
  • Use a large skillet: This will give the rice and zucchini plenty of room to cook without overcrowding.
  • Cook the rice and zucchini over medium heat: This will help prevent the rice from burning and the zucchini from becoming mushy.
  • Season the rice and zucchini with salt and pepper to taste: You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Serve the rice and zucchini with a protein of your choice: This could be chicken, fish, beef, or tofu.

Conclusion:

Arroz con calabacin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. The zucchini adds a fresh, summery flavor to the dish, and the rice provides a hearty base. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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