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A vegetable egg and ham slice cut into pieces with cherry tomatoes on top.

Rice & Vegetable Slice

Healthy, cheesy vegetable slice made with zucchini, carrot, tomatoes, ham, rice and eggs.
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Course: healthy snacks
Cuisine: western
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 16 serves
Calories: 58kcal

Equipment

  • Stove-top or Thermomix
  • Oven

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (100g) uncooked rice rinsed
  • 1 (200g) zucchini medium
  • 1 (75g) carrot large
  • 100 g cheese tasty or cheddar
  • 100 g sliced ham deli ham
  • 4 eggs lightly beaten
  • 125 g cherry tomatoes halved

Instructions

Conventional Method

  • Preheat oven to 170 degrees celsius (fan-forced).
  • To cook the rice, rinse the rice grains with cold water and then place into a saucepan on the stove. Add ¾ cup of water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer covered for approximately 15 minutes. Remove from heat and leave covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Set aside in a large bowl.
  • Lightly whisk the eggs together and add to the bowl of cooked rice.
  • Grate the zucchini and carrot and then squeeze out all of the liquid using paper towel (or your hands). Add to the rice and eggs.
  • Grate the cheddar or tasty cheese and add to the bowl.
  • Slice the ham into small pieces and add, then mix all ingredients until combined.
  • Pour into a 21cm x 11cm loaf tin that has been lined with baking paper (this is important or the slice will stick to the bottom).
  • Top with the halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until cooked through in the centre.

Thermomix Method

  • Preheat oven to 170 degrees celsius (fan-forced).
  • Add 1000g cold water to the Thermomix bowl. Insert the simmering basket and weigh the rice, then rinse it with cold water. Cook for 18 minutes, 100 degrees, Speed 4 (MC on). Set aside.
  • In a clean Thermomix bowl, chop the zucchini and carrot for 2 seconds, Turbo. Remove from the Thermomix and then squeeze out all of the liquid using paper towel (or your hands). Add to the bowl with the rice.
  • Place the cheese into the Thermomix bowl and grate for 5 seconds, Speed 9. Add to the rice and vegetable bowl.
  • Slice the ham into small pieces (I find this is better to do with a knife as the Thermomix tends to almost 'puree' the ham).
  • Place the eggs into the Thermomix and mix for 5 seconds, Speed 5. Add the vegetables, rice, cheese and pieces of ham. Mix for 10 seconds, Reverse, Speed 2.
  • Pour into a 21cm x 11cm loaf tin that has been lined with baking paper (this is important or the slice will stick to the bottom).
  • Top with the halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until cooked through in the centre.

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Notes

RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
  • Vegetables - I like to use a combination of grated carrot and zucchini in this recipe. Because the vegetables are grated, they're perfect for fussy eaters! You can always substitute the vegetables for others such as sweet potato, capsicum, spinach, peas, corn, pumpkin etc based on your child's preferences.
  • Cherry tomatoes - these are added to the top of the slice so can easily be omitted if your child isn't a fan of tomatoes!
  • Ham - use deli ham that has been chopped into pieces or substitute with cooked bacon if you prefer. For a vegetarian option, omit the ham entirely.
  • Rice - I use cooked white rice for an added carb boost. You can substitute with brown rice if you prefer. This also gives the slice a delicious texture.
  • Squeeze the liquid - It's important to squeeze all of the liquid from the grated carrot and zucchini before using.
  • Lining the pan - It's important to grease the loaf pan and line it with baking paper to stop the rice from sticking to the base and sides.
  • Serving - Serve warm or chilled for a tasty snack.
  • Storing - This vegetable slice can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 2 days. Eat chilled or reheat thoroughly in the microwave before consuming.
  • Freezing - Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Allow to defrost in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition

Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 57mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg