Riz Za Pizza
Transform your pizza night with a creative twist by trying Riz Za Pizza, a delightful fusion of classic pizza flavors and comforting baked rice! This quick and easy casserole recipe combines tender white rice with tangy marinara sauce, a melty duo of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, savory pepperoni, crumbled Italian sausage, and colorful bell peppers, all topped with fresh basil for a vibrant finish. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, it’s a versatile dish packed with gooey, cheesy goodness and irresistible toppings. With just 15 minutes of prep and a 25-minute bake, Riz Za Pizza delivers a hearty, satisfying meal for six in no time—guaranteed to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups Marinara or pizza sauce
- 20 pieces Pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cups Cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
- 0.5 cups Diced bell peppers (any color)
- 0.25 cups Sliced black olives
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, marinara or pizza sauce, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until evenly mixed.
Spread the rice mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down gently to create a flat surface.
Top the rice mixture with the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, spreading it evenly over the surface.
Arrange the pepperoni slices, cooked crumbled Italian sausage, diced bell peppers, and sliced black olives on top of the cheese to create a pizza-like layer.
Place the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are lightly golden.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh basil for a burst of freshness before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy the pizza-inspired flavors in a unique rice-based dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.9 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.4 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 355 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 9095 mg | 395% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.4 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 127.7 g | 255% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2224 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1979 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
