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    28 Pot of Gold Recipes for St. Patrick's Day

    Published: Mar 15, 2017 · Modified: Jun 9, 2020 by thekitchenprep · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    "Pot of Gold" Recipes for St. Patrick's Day! Wear your green, but keep your food and drinks golden with these 28 bright and brilliant recipes!

    Pot of Gold St. Patrick's Day recipes are bright and colorful recipes that are perfect for the popular March holiday

    Green everything on St. Patrick's Day is so yesterday. While everyone else it busy going green, head directly for the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow this year!

    From refreshing {and even good for you!} drinks to cocktails to golden dinner and snack ideas, I'm sharing recipes from around the web that bring some glimmer to your grub. I've also got an easy dinnertime idea that will help you go for the gold: Simple, yet exotic, Curried Brown Rice with Zucchini!

    Curried Brown Rice with Zucchini has yellow and green for St. Patrick's Day

    Brown rice keeps it hearty and filling along with a decent dose of veggies to offset the green beer you might find yourself sipping. Curry powder lends a golden hue to the dish, while cumin makes it warm and inviting. Raisins add a sweet little surprise in every bite and balance out the flavors perfectly. Serve alongside chicken or fish for a complete dinner! {Scroll to the bottom of the post for the recipe.}

    No matter which recipe you choose to make, you'll be "lucky" to have any leftovers! 😉

    Curried Brown Rice with Zucchini

    Curried Brown Rice with Zucchini

    Dianna Muscari | The Kitchen Prep
    This "Pot 'o Gold" St. Patrick's Day recipe is made with curried brown rice and tender roasted zucchini. It's a perfect green and gold dish to celebrate with on the Irish holiday.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
    • ½ medium onion diced
    • 1 large or 2 medium zucchini cut into large dice
    • ⅓ cup carrot grated
    • 2 tablespoons raisins
    • 1 cup brown rice
    • 1 ¼ cups water
    • ½ teaspoon curry powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • Juice of ½ a lime
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • Optional: ¼ cup sliced or slivered almonds for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and zucchini, and cook until onion is translucent and veggies are just tender, about 7-9 minutes. Stir in carrot and raisins and cook for another minute. Set aside.
    • Meanwhile in a medium pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over high heat. When oil is rippling, add brown rice and stir to coat with oil. Toast lightly for about a minute.
    • Add water, curry powder, cumin, lime, and salt, and stir well. Bring to a boil and cover with lid. Reduce heat to medium and cook until most of the water has absorbed, then reduce heat to low and let steam until rice is tender.*
    • When rice is fully cooked, toss zucchini mixture with rice mixture in a large bowl or serving dish. Sprinkle with almonds for crunch and garnish.

    Notes

    *Alternatively, you may use a rice cooker and follow manufacturer's directions. You may also use couscous in place of brown rice.

     

    Smoothies & DrinksThese bright yellow smoothies and drinks are perfect Pot o' Gold recipes for St. Patrick's Day

    {All recipes listed clockwise from upper left corner}

    • Luscious Lemon Cheesecake Smoothie from A Virtual Vegan
    • Mango Ginger Turmeric Smoothie from Lively Table
    • Honey Citrus Detox Elixir from Cali Girl Cooking
    • Spiced Golden Milk from The Worktop

    CocktailsWhip up one of these Pot o' Gold cocktail recipes for St. Patrick's Day and enjoy your Irish holiday with these tasty drinks

    • Turmeric Gin Ginger Cocktail from Cali Girl Cooking
    • Meyer Lemon French 75 from Pinch and Swirl
    • Mango Habanero Whiskey Sour from Grey is the New Black
    • Pineapple Cider Rum Cocktail from Rhubarbarians

    These St. Patrick's Day cocktail recipes are the perfect way to celebrate the green and gold holiday

    {From Left to Right}

    • Peach Gin Fizz Cocktails from The Girl on Bloor
    • Pot of Gold Mojito from Mom Noms
    • Orange Pomelo Turmeric Mojito from Meg is Well
    • Midas Touch Cocktail from The View from Great Island

    Savory Dishes & Bites

    These savory Pot o' Gold St. Patrick's Day recipes are satisfying and delicious, perfect to celebrate a gold holiday

    • Somali Corn in Coconut Sauce from Tara's Multicultural Table
    • Saffron Prawn Linguine from Sprinkles & Sprouts
    • Roasted Curry Cauliflower from Bourbon & Honey
    • Coconut Curry Cauliflower Stew with Potatoes & Cashews from Rhubarbarians

    These savory and satisfying St. Patrick's Day recipes are gold and green, perfect for celebrating the Irish holiday

    • One Pot Spicy Vegetable Rice from A Virtual Vegan
    • Lemon Mascarpone Risotto from Platings & Pairings
    • Golden Beet Gratin from Running to the Kitchen
    • Radiant Bok Choy Soup from The View from Great Island

    Roasted chick peas, macaroni and cheese cups and more are perfect Pot o' Gold St. Patrick's Day recipes to celebrate with

    • Indian Spiced Roasted Chickpeas from The Cook's Pyjamas
    • Curried Brown Rice with Zucchini (Scroll up for recipe)
    • Mac & Cheese Bites from Taste and See
    • Golden Beet & Avocado Toast from Caroline's Cooking

    Desserts

    These Pot' o Gold St. Patrick's Day desserts are a sweet way to celebrate the popular March holiday

    • Champagne Creme Brulee from The Girl on Bloor
    • Vegan Mango Ice Cream with Pistachios from Cooking Curries
    • Mango Mousse Parfait from Vegetarian Gastronomy
    • Saffron Pear Cake from Mon Petit Four

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Tara says

      March 15, 2017 at 10:15 pm

      Great roundup! Thanks for sharing my Somali Corn!

      Reply
      • thekitchenprep says

        March 16, 2017 at 12:13 pm

        Thanks, Tara! Your recipe is beautiful, thanks for letting me include it. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Kaleigh @ Lively Table says

      March 16, 2017 at 1:41 pm

      All of those cocktails are so gorgeous! Great roundup!

      Reply
      • thekitchenprep says

        March 16, 2017 at 7:35 pm

        Aren't they? I thought everyone's photos were stunning! Thanks for popping by!

        Reply
    3. Holly says

      March 16, 2017 at 1:57 pm

      YUM - this is one beautiful grouping of recipes! Can't wait to try them! Thanks so much for including me!

      Reply
      • thekitchenprep says

        March 16, 2017 at 7:35 pm

        Thanks, Holly! I'm looking forward to trying them, too! Thanks for contributing!

        Reply
    4. Meg | Meg is Well says

      March 16, 2017 at 5:49 pm

      Thanks so much for including me! It's such a nice change from green and an awesome idea. I'm sure you'll start a trend!

      Reply
      • thekitchenprep says

        March 16, 2017 at 7:36 pm

        Aw, thanks Meg! I hope you're right, especially because all of these recipes look so delicious! Thanks for letting me share yours!

        Reply
    5. Marissa says

      March 16, 2017 at 5:58 pm

      Seriously the end of the rainbow here - creative idea and absolutely gorgeous post. I want to try everything!! Thank you so much for including my French 75s...wish I could make you one myself!

      Reply
      • thekitchenprep says

        March 16, 2017 at 7:37 pm

        Thank you, Marissa! That would be amazing, but I'll settle for following your recipe! 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

        Reply

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