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Baked Zucchini and Rice with Vegetable Medley

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This baked zucchini and rice dish is a healthy and delicious meal that combines tender roasted zucchini with a flavorful medley of vegetables and perfectly cooked rice. It’s topped with a creamy yogurt-tomato sauce that adds a delightful tang.

Preparation Time
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
2 zucchini, sliced
Olive oil, for drizzling and frying
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Dried garlic, to taste
Oregano, to taste
1 onion, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 carrot, grated
1 tomato, chopped
1 cup (200 g) rice, rinsed
2 cups (500 ml) water
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Sauce:
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tablespoon tomato sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
Fresh parsley, chopped
Directions

Roast Zucchini: Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Arrange the sliced zucchini on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt, black pepper, dried garlic, and oregano. Roast in the oven for 10-15 minutes until tender and slightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Sauté Onion and Peppers: In a large pan, heat some olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and fry until translucent. Add the chopped bell peppers and stir, cooking until they start to soften.
Add Carrot and Tomato: Add the grated carrot to the pan and continue to cook until all the vegetables are soft. Add the chopped tomato and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
Cook Rice: In a separate pot, combine the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Cover with a lid and cook over low heat for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
Combine and Bake: Preheat the oven again to 200°C (400°F). In a large baking dish, combine the roasted zucchini, sautéed vegetables, and cooked rice. Mix well and bake in the oven for another 10-15 minutes until heated through and slightly golden on top.
Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt or sour cream, tomato sauce, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.

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