Vegetable Giouvetsi

Vegetable Giouvetsi is a comforting Greek rice dish that beautifully combines tender vegetables and aromatic spices, all simmered to perfection. This vegan version offers a hearty and flavorful meal that celebrates the essence of Greek cuisine.

Ingredients

• Arborio rice - 150g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, diced
• Vegetable broth - 500ml
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Add the diced tomato, Arborio rice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine all ingredients.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
7. Remove from heat, let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 62 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from tomatoes and peppers, supporting overall health.

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