Zucchini Fritter Mediterranean Rice Bowls

If you’re eating healthier, you will absolutely love every bite of these tasty Zucchini Fritter Mediterranean Rice Bowls with relish!

With the new year comes new resolutions to eat better, right? Why not kick off the new year right with this delish vegetarian meal.

Be sure to check out our other vegetarian recipes, too!

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4 Positive Changes to Make in the New Year

Before you completely overhaul the way you live, keep in mind making positive changes may just be a few simple steps away.

Starting small with attainable goals can help keep you on the right track throughout the year.

And these zucchini fritters fit in to making healthy changes!

Drink More Water

Preventing dehydration, keeping a normal body temperature and lubricating joints are all benefits of drinking enough water daily.

Try carrying a reusable bottle as a reminder, choosing water over sugary drinks and opting for water when dining out.

Learn to Cook

If you’re not comfortable in the kitchen, start with simple recipes that don’t force you to sacrifice flavor.

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After all, an eating plan is easier to stick to when you enjoy the foods you’re making.

For example, Mediterranean Rice Bowls with Zucchini Fritters are a satisfying step toward more meatless meals in your home.

Eat More Whole Grains

Skip refined grains and instead opt for whole grains like brown rice and quinoa, which offer a more complete package of health benefits.

You can be confident in options like Boil-in-Bag Brown Rice and Tri-Color Boil-in-Bag Quinoa from Success Rice, which are ready in just 10 minutes to help remove the guesswork in cooking while giving home cooks more time to focus on elevating dishes for loved ones.

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Make an Eating Plan

Creating weekly menus can help you avoid the drive-thru by scripting meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Plus, it makes grocery shopping easier (and less frequent) by allowing you to buy all the ingredients you’ll need for the upcoming week at one time.

Encourage family members to provide suggestions so the planning process doesn’t become overwhelming.

Zucchini Fritter Mediterranean Rice Bowls

This recipe takes 20 minutes to prep and 20 minutes to cook.

Recipes makes 4 servings.

Ingredients for Zucchini Fritter Bowls

• 1 bag Success Brown Rice
• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 3 green onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 2 cups diced cucumber
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup feta, crumbled
• 1/2 cup garlic hummus

Directions for Zucchini Fritter Mediterranean Rice Bowls

Prepare rice according to package directions.

In medium bowl, toss zucchinis with salt; let sit at least 10 minutes.

Transfer to colander and squeeze out excess moisture.

Return to bowl and stir in eggs, green onions, dill and garlic.

In another bowl, stir flour, Parmesan, baking powder, cumin and pepper.

Stir dry mixture into zucchini mixture and combine to form thick batter.

In large skillet over medium heat, heat 1/4 cup oil.

Working in batches, drop 2 tablespoons batter into pan for each fritter.

Cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, adding remaining oil as needed. Drain on paper towel-lined tray.

Divide rice between four bowls.

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Top each with cucumbers, tomatoes, feta and fritters. Garnish each bowl with scoop of hummus.

Substitution: Hummus may be replaced with prepared Greek tzatziki sauce, if desired.

Find more delicious recipe inspiration at SuccessRice.com.

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