Riz Bil Kousa Wa Fattoush Wa Fatayer

Riz Bil Kousa Wa Fattoush Wa Fatayer is a vibrant and flavorful Lebanese rice dish featuring zucchini, fresh herbs, and a refreshing fattoush salad. This dish is perfect for a light meal, combining hearty grains with crunchy vegetables and savory pastries.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Zucchini - 2 medium-sized, chopped
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 300 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Pita bread - 2 pieces, cut into triangles
• Tomatoes - 1 medium, diced
• Cucumber - 1 small, diced
• Radishes - 3, sliced
• Green bell pepper - 1/2, diced
• Sumac - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak it in water for 20 minutes, then drain.
2. In a pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
3. Add the chopped zucchini to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the soaked rice, vegetable broth, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
5. In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, and green bell pepper. Add parsley, mint, lemon juice, and sumac, then mix well to create the fattoush salad.
6. In a skillet, toast the pita bread triangles over medium heat until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
7. Serve the rice on a plate, topped with the fattoush salad and crispy pita chips on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which aids in digestion.
• Contains antioxidants from fresh vegetables and herbs that support overall health.

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