Summer Vegetable Bowl (Printable)

Vibrant bowl with sautéed seasonal vegetables over fluffy rice, finished with fresh basil.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
02 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup sweet corn kernels, fresh or frozen
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced

→ Base

06 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

→ Aromatics & Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
11 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
12 - ½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional

# How-To Steps:

01 - Cook rice according to package instructions and keep warm until assembly.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and corn to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
04 - Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until tomatoes soften slightly.
05 - Drizzle with lemon juice if desired. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes as preferred.
06 - Divide warm rice equally among four serving bowls. Distribute sautéed vegetables evenly over each portion of rice.
07 - Top each bowl generously with fresh torn basil and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and Efficient: Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish.
  • Fresh and Seasonal: Uses a variety of vibrant summer produce.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free.
  • Light yet Satisfying: A perfect balance of grains and nutrient-dense vegetables.
02 -
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; the flavors often meld and improve over time.
  • Basil Handling: Always tear the basil by hand rather than chopping with a knife to prevent the leaves from bruising and turning dark.
  • Allergen Safety: Always double-check that your rice and corn are processed in allergen-safe facilities if you have specific sensitivities.
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