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Zucchini and Orzo Salad
August 8, 2016
Category
Lunches
Meal Ideas
Salads
Sides
Zucchini and Orzo Salad Recipe
Persons
2
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup uncooked Orzo (104g)
- 1/2 medium Zucchini, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds and cut in halves
- 1/2 medium Squash, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds and cut in halves
- 1 clove Garlic, finely chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh Basil Leaves, chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh Mint leaves, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive oil
- 1 sec Extra Virgin Olive oil (or Avocado oil) cooking spray
- 2 Tbsp White wine Balsamic Vinegar
- 3/4 tsp Sea salt
- Ground Black pepper for taste
- 1 Tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 oz Sharp Goat cheese (28g), shredded
- 2 Tbs Pine nuts
Instructions
- Bring a medium pot of water to boil. Add Orzo and 1/2 tsp sea salt. Stir and cook until al dente, 8 to 9 minutes.
- Drain Orzo in a colander and let it cool.
- Heat a grilling (or a regular) skillet over medium heat. Spray some oil and add Zucchini and Squash. Sprinkle the remaining salt, minced garlic, and pepper. Grill veggies, tossing occasionally, until tender, about 6 minutes. Set aside and let them cool.
- In a large bowl gently mix Orzo, Zucchini, Squash, Basil, Mint, Olive oil, Vinegar, Lemon juice, and Pine nuts. Cover and chill for an hour. Then transfer to plates, topped with shredded goat cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Zucchini and Orzo Salad
Serves: 2 servings
| Amount Per Serving: | ||
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 15 g | 23.1% | |
| Saturated Fat 4 g | 20% | |
| Trans Fat | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 | |
| Sodium 813 mg | 33.9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 51 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber 7 g | 28% | |
| Sugars 8 g | ||
| Protein 12 g | ||
| Vitamin A | Vitamin C | |
| Calcium | Iron | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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