Ingredients for Brown Rice Gratin
- Brown Rice
- Butter
- Red Onion
- Garlic Cloves
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- Baby Corn
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- Mixed Fresh Herbs
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Whole Wheat Breadcrumbs
- Salt & Pepper
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How to Make Brown Rice Gratin
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook 1 cup brown rice in 2 cups boiling, lightly salted water for 20 minutes, or according to package directions.
- Drain the rice well and set aside.
- Lightly grease a (8x8 inch) square baking dish with 1 tablespoon butter or margarine.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
- Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 medium carrot, diced, 1 medium zucchini, diced, and 1 cup frozen corn. Cook, stirring constantly, for an additional 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked brown rice, 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, 2 tablespoons mixed herbs (Italian blend recommended).
- Stir in 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese and season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with 1/2 cup bread crumbs and the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
16g
Fat
47g
Carbs
7g
