Riz Ma' Kousa Wa Fawda Wa Laban

Riz Ma' Kousa Wa Fawda Wa Laban is a delicious Lebanese rice dish featuring zucchini and green peas, delicately flavored with spices and served with a creamy yogurt sauce. This wholesome meal is perfect for a comforting lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 150 grams
• Zucchini - 200 grams, diced
• Green peas - 100 grams (fresh or frozen)
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 400 milliliters
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Yogurt - 150 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for 15 minutes.
2. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
3. Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the diced zucchini and green peas, followed by cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot, stirring well to combine with the vegetables.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
8. While the rice cooks, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the yogurt with lemon juice and chopped parsley in a bowl.
9. Once the rice is done, fluff it with a fork and serve it hot, drizzled with the yogurt sauce on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from zucchini and peas, supporting overall health.

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