Summer Vegetable Bowl (Printable)

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

# What You'll 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 and Garnish

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
12 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

→ Optional

13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

# How To Make It:

01 - Cook rice according to package instructions and keep warm until serving.
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 just tender.
04 - Stir in halved cherry tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until tomatoes begin to soften.
05 - If using, drizzle with lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes as desired.
06 - Divide warm rice evenly among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with the sautéed vegetable mixture.
07 - Garnish generously with fresh torn basil leaves before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Vibrant, fresh flavors that highlight seasonal produce.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes.
  • Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a crowd-pleaser.
  • A light yet satisfying meal perfect for hot summer days.
02 -
  • Prep all your vegetables before you start cooking, as the sauté process goes quickly once the pan is hot.
  • Use a mix of red and yellow bell peppers for the most visual appeal.
  • Tear the basil leaves by hand rather than chopping them with a knife to prevent bruising and preserve their bright aroma.
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