Best 8 Salsa Rice With Zucchini Recipes

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Salsa rice with zucchini is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that blends the vibrant flavors of salsa with the freshness of zucchini. This recipe is a perfect way to use up leftover salsa and zucchini, and it can be customized to your liking by adding different vegetables, proteins, or spices. The result is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as a main course, a side dish, or a topping for tacos, burritos, or other Mexican-inspired dishes. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this salsa rice with zucchini recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ZUCCHINI SALSA



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I received this recipe through a friend at a weight loss group. I make at least eight batches of the salsa every year. It's truly a hit with family and friends! -Cheryl Jacobsen, Warburg, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h20m

Yield 7 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 17

5 cups shredded zucchini (about 5 medium)
4 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium green peppers, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup white vinegar
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 teaspoons ground mustard
2-1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon each ground cumin, nutmeg and turmeric
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 40-50 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally., Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until chilled. Serve with your favorite snack chips or grilled meats. Freeze option: Freeze cooled salsa in freezer containers. To use, thaw completely in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SALSA RICE



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It's a snap to change the spice level in this popular rice side dish by choosing a milder or hotter salsa. It's a delicious way to round out burritos or tacos when the clock is ticking. -Molly Ingle, Canton, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups chunky salsa
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 to 1-1/2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring water and salsa to a boil. Stir in rice. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in cheese; cover and let stand for 30 seconds or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 506mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RICE WITH ZUCCHINI



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     one pot, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 small zucchini, about 1/2 pound
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup rice
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Trim the ends of the zucchini. Cut the zucchini into half-inch cubes. There should be about one cup.
  • Heat two tablespoons of the butter in a saucepan and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until wilted. Add the zucchini and stir. Add the rice, chicken broth, salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil. Cover closely and let simmer 17 minutes.
  • Gently stir in the remaining butter and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 300, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 512 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

EASY SALSA RICE



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Feel free to saute a little green bell pepper with onions, you may adjust the garlic and chili flakes to taste --- this is very good! :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon fresh finely chopped garlic
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to heat level) (optional)
1 cup uncooked white rice (I use converted white rice)
2 cups water or 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) jar Pace Picante Sauce
1/4-1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (to taste) (optional)
salt (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan heat oil over medium heat; add in onion, garlic and chili flakes, cook stirring for 3 minutes.
  • Add in rice, water and salsa; stir and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about 20-22 minutes or until the rice is tender or is at desired doneness.
  • Season with salt and black pepper if desired.

FIESTA SALSA RICE



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A blend of ground beef, Spanish rice, corn, and salsa that combines to form a delicious dish.

Provided by KWOODARD430

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (6.8 ounce) package Spanish rice mix
1 pound ground beef
1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa
1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained

Steps:

  • Bring 2 cups water and olive oil to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in rice and contents of spice pack. Return to a boil. Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer until most water is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • While rice cooks, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Stir cooked beef, salsa, and corn into the rice. Let simmer for 5 minutes or until warm. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 1066.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

SALSA WITH ZUCCHINI WITH A HINT OF LIME



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This is spicy and thick. No one will know there are 6 cups of shredded zucchini in this! A great filler and way to use all the extra garden grown zukes! Use a mixture of tomatoes from green to ripe but not over ripe or bruised. Remove the skin by dipping tomatoes into boiling water for 30-60 seconds or until skins split. Check this http://www.recipezaar.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?t=223941 forum for peeling tomatotes. Here is step x step pictures http://www.recipezaar.com/bb/viewtopic.zsp?p=4073734 and directions on making this.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Sauces

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 pints, 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

8 cups peeled peeled and diced tomatoes
olive oil
1 1/2 lbs zucchini (6 cups shredded)
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups diced sweet onions
3 yellow hot banana peppers or 3 jalapenos
1 -2 habanero, minced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 orange bell pepper, diced
4 chipotle chiles in adobo, minced
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 lime, juice and zest of
1 1/2 cups vinegar, 5% acid
12 ounces tomato paste
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes in a strainer over a bowl to catch all the juices.
  • Very lightly oil a large heavy bottom pot, add shredded zucchini and 1/2 teaspooon salt, saute to release juices and reduce the liquid. Add the tomato juice to the reduced zucchini and cook for 10 minutes or till most liquid is gone.
  • Add onions, all the peppers and chili`s, garlic, tomatoes, spices, salt, black pepper, sugar, lime juice and zest, vinegar, and paste.
  • Simmer over medium heat for 30 minutes. Stir in fresh basil or cilantro.
  • Fill into hot sterile jars with hot salsa leaving 1/2 inch head space. Being careful not to leave any salsa on the rims. Wipe jar rims with a clean, damp paper towel. Put on lids and screw on metal bands.
  • Process for 10 minutes in a hot water bath.
  • Label and store in a dark place. Use with 1 year.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.4, Fat 0.2, Sodium 87.8, Carbohydrate 5.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 0.9

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.

EASY MEXICAN SALSA RICE RECIPE



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A super easy way to add some spice to your rice

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Side Dish

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups instant brown rice
2 cups water
1 envelope enchilada sauce mix ((or you could use taco seasoning))
1 cup salsa ((I used mild so my kids would eat it- go as hot as you want!))
1 (4oz) can green chilis

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients together in a microwaveable bowl. Microwave on high for 8-9 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • Let sit for 3-5 minutes and it will soak up most of the liquid in the bowl. Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 kcal, Carbohydrate 45 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1175 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh zucchini and tomatoes will give your salsa rice the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the rice: The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Use a good quality salsa: A flavorful salsa will make all the difference in this dish.
  • Add some protein: If you want to make this dish a more complete meal, you can add some cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
  • Serve immediately: Salsa rice is best served fresh. If you have leftovers, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Salsa rice is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and vegetables. With its fresh, flavorful ingredients, salsa rice is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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