Asparagus-Zucchini Rice

Description

This is a great side dish – fast, flexible and easy (cooks in 1 pan)! I serve it with fish, but it would also go great with chicken. You can use it with any style of rice. Try different vegetables, too!

Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon butter
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 10 spears fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Total Time: 45 mins

Servings: 4

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