Crispy rice bake

Discover the Crispy Rice Bake recipe! A deliciously satisfying dish made with perfectly crispy white rice, creamy Greek yogurt, rich vegetable broth, and buttery onions. Packed with flavorful zucchini, savory feta, and melty cheddar cheese, this easy-to-make bake will become your new weeknight favorite. Perfect for family dinners and comforting meals!

  • 05 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 50 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 8 Ingredients

Crispy rice bake

The Crispy Rice Bake is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the comforting textures of crispy rice and melty cheese with the freshness of veggies. Perfect for family dinners or meal prepping, this recipe is easy to make and irresistibly tasty.

Ingredients:

2 cups white rice
460g
2 tbsp greek yogurt
30g
1 cup vegetable broth
230g
1 tbsp butter
16g
1 onion
160g
2 zucchini
600g
1 cup feta cheese
230g
1 cup cheddar cheese
100g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Rice:
Cook 2 cups of white rice as per the package instructions. Once cooked, set aside to cool slightly.
3. Prepare the Vegetables:
- Chop the Onion: Finely chop 1 onion.
- Grate or Dice the Zucchini: Depending on preference, you can either grate the zucchini or dice it into small pieces.
4. Sauté the Vegetables:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the zucchini to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes or until they are tender.
5. Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed onion and zucchini mixture.
- Add 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt to the mixture.
- Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth.
- Crumble 1 cup of feta cheese and add it to the mixture.
- Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
6. Assemble in a Baking Dish:
- Lightly grease a baking dish with some butter or cooking spray.
- Pour the rice and vegetable mixture into the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Top with Cheddar Cheese:
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the rice mixture.
8. Bake:
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and crispy.
9. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bake to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Enjoy your Crispy Rice Bake! It's perfect as a comforting main dish or a hearty side.

Tips:

- For extra crispiness, allow the rice to cool slightly after cooking before baking.

- Use a non-stick or well-greased baking dish to prevent sticking.

- Cut the vegetables into small, even pieces to ensure they cook evenly.

- For additional flavor, consider stirring in some herbs like thyme or basil.

- To make it a complete meal, you can add shredded cooked chicken or other protein of your choice.

With its crispy golden crust and cheesy, veggie-filled goodness, the Crispy Rice Bake will soon become a favorite in your household. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting and nutritious dish. Don’t forget to experiment with different vegetables and cheeses to customize it to your taste!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size300 grams
Energy
Calories 500kcal25%
Protein
Protein 16g11%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 70g20%
Fiber 2.50g7%
Sugar 4.62g5%
Fat
Fat 18g20%
Saturated 10g33%
Cholesterol 60mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 130ug15%
Choline 27mg5%
Vitamin B1 0.57mg48%
Vitamin B2 0.56mg43%
Vitamin B3 4.14mg26%
Vitamin B6 0.50mg29%
Vitamin B9 220ug56%
Vitamin B12 0.86ug36%
Vitamin C 20mg22%
Vitamin E 0.40mg3%
Vitamin K 6ug5%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 350mg27%
Copper, Cu 0.25mg28%
Iron, Fe 4.05mg37%
Magnesium, Mg 50mg12%
Phosphorus, P 350mg28%
Potassium, K 450mg13%
Selenium, Se 22ug41%
Sodium, Na 670mg45%
Zinc, Zn 2.96mg27%
Water
Water 200g-
* 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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