Zucchini and Green Rice

1 ½ lbs. zucchini
2 cups cooked brown or white rice
½ cup sour cream
Juice of ½ lemon or lime
¾ cup chopped parsley
1 tsp. salt
Pinch of pepper
1 tsp. basil
2 Tbsp. oil
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp. grated parmesan

Preheat oven to 350°.

Slice zucchini in ¼-inch rounds. Steam until crisp-tender.

Mix rice, sour cream, lemon juice, parsley, salt, pepper and basil. Grease 9x13 casserole dish with oil. Make a layer of rice mixture, then cottage cheese and finally the cooked zucchini.

Top with Cheddar cheese. Bake uncovered 10 – 15 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

*2 cups of cooked and cubed chicken can be added to the rice mixture.