Best 5 Salsa Rice With Zucchini Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Salsa Rice with Zucchini, a vibrant dish that captures the essence of Mexican and Italian flavors. This delectable recipe combines the zest of salsa, the heartiness of rice, and the refreshing crunch of zucchini, creating a symphony of textures and tastes. Served as a main course or a delectable side dish, our Salsa Rice with Zucchini is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

This versatile recipe also includes variations to suit diverse dietary preferences. For a vegetarian delight, substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth, and for a vegan version, swap out the Parmesan cheese for your favorite vegan alternative. Additionally, explore our curated collection of tantalizing recipes, including our delectable Salsa Verde Chicken, a symphony of flavors featuring succulent chicken breasts smothered in a zesty salsa verde sauce, and our flavorful Salsa Roja Chicken, where tender chicken pieces are enveloped in a rich and aromatic tomato-based salsa.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SALSA RICE



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With easy to stock ingredients and about 20 minutes you can get this Salsa Rice on the table. It is an excellent busy weeknight side dish choice.

Provided by Valerie Brunmeier

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ cups long grain white rice
2 teaspoons Homemade Taco Seasoning Mix, (or store-bought)
2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup chunky salsa, (mild or spicy)
optional add-ins: corn (beans, shredded cheese, sliced green onions, olives)

Steps:

  • Add oil to a 12-inch skillet and place over MEDIUM heat. Add the rice and taco seasoning and cook, stirring, until lightly toasted and spices are fragrant. Add the broth and salsa and bring mixture to a low boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the broth has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
  • Fluff with a fork. Stir in any of the optional add-ins, if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 334 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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 WITH BLACK BEANS AND CORN



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup rice, regular or instant
1/2 (14-ounce) can black beans, drained
1/2 cup prepared salsa
1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium sauce pot, cook rice according to package instructions. When the rice is half way cooked, add black beans, salsa, and cook about 10 minutes for regular rice and 3 minutes for instant rice .Continue cooking rice. Remove the pot, using a spoon, stir in chopped cilantro and season, to taste, with salt and black pepper.

SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI BURRITOS



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An easy recipe to throw together with your summer squash. Can be tailored to your tastes and fresh vegetables on hand. Great new way to use up summer squash from your garden or farmer's market. You can add fresh chopped cilantro to mixture before spooning into tortillas for a stronger flavored dish. Serve with sour cream, avocado, or salsa.

Provided by Heidi Sico

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, pressed
2 zucchini, shredded
1 large yellow squash, shredded
½ red bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup green salsa
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 (8 ounce) package Mexican style shredded cheese blend, divided
6 burrito-size flour tortillas
1 (8 ounce) package Mexican style shredded cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x12-inch baking dish.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the zucchini, yellow squash, and red bell pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the zucchini and squash are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the black beans, green salsa, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Cook and stir the filling until it thickens, 5 to 8 more minutes.
  • Divide one of the packages of Mexican-style cheese among the tortillas. Spoon zucchini-squash filling into each tortilla, over the cheese, in a line down the center. Roll up the tortillas, and place them into the prepared baking dish with the seam sides down.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are heated through, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle the other package of shredded cheese over the tortillas before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 67.5 mg, Fat 34.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 1111.9 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

ZUCCHINI SALSA, CANNED



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This recipe is from a friend's, daughter's mother-in-law (kinda like a 5th cousin twice removed and it is delicious! If you want it "HOT" just add a dozen finely chopped jalapenos. I do not water bath the jars but I am very careful with sterilizing and make sure the lids are sealed. I you feel better waterbathing them do it for 15 minutes.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h45m

Yield 10-12 Pints

Number Of Ingredients 17

10 cups zucchini, peeled & shredded
4 onions, chopped
2 green peppers, chopped
2 red peppers, chopped
1/4 cup pickling salt
1 tablespoon pickling salt
2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cumin
2 cups white vinegar
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon pepper
5 cups chopped ripe tomatoes
2 tablespoons cornstarch
12 ounces tomato paste

Steps:

  • Day one:In a large bowl combine; Zucchini, onions, green pepper, red pepper and the salt Mix together cover and let stand over night.
  • Day two.
  • Next day rinse, drain well and put into a large pot then add mustard, garlic, cumin, vinegar, brown sugar, pepper flakes, salt,cornstarch, nutmeg, pepper, 1 tablespoon salt, tomatoes and tomato paste.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
  • Water bath jars for 15 minutes if they have not sealed properly.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients. This will make all the difference in the taste of your salsa rice with zucchini.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of salsa. There are many different salsas available, so find one that you like and use it in this recipe.
  • Add extra vegetables to bulk up the dish. This will make it more filling and nutritious.
  • Make sure the rice is cooked through before adding the other ingredients. Otherwise, the rice will be mushy and the dish will not be as good.
  • Serve salsa rice with zucchini immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later. It can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Conclusion:

Salsa rice with zucchini is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and healthy meal. With its vibrant flavors and textures, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give salsa rice with zucchini a try.

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