My pantry gets out of control sometimes. I don’t where all the stuff comes fromJ. Recently, while having a clean and sort in there I came across a package of orzo that “showed up” a few weeks ago. When I think orzo, I think Greek pasta salad so I put this together based on what I had on hand. It turned out to be quite tasty and held up well in the fridge for a couple of days.
Makes 6 generous servings, each approximately 233 calories, 6 grams fat, 38 grams carbs, 3.5 grams fiber, 8.5 grams protein, 6 WW Points+
Ingredients:
1 TBSP olive oil
1 cup diced red pepper
1 cup diced onion
2 large cloves garlic, pressed through garlic press or minced finely
½ lb orzo pasta
1 tsp dried oregano
2 ½ cups vegetable broth
1 cup frozen peas, slightly defrosted
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes (canned, drained, would probably also work)
Juice of ½ a large lemon
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (or more)
Lemon wedge for serving
Salt and pepper to taste
Heat oil in Dutch oven over med heat. Add peppers and onions and cook until softened about 10 minutes. Add in garlic and cook for an additional minute. Turn up heat to med-high. Stir in orzo and oregano and toast, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes or until orzo is beginning to brown. Add in 2 ½ cups vegetable broth and tomatoes, bring to boil, and then reduce to simmer for 10 minutes. Drain off any excess liquid. Stir in peas and warm for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and taste for salt and pepper. Stir in lemon juice and feta. Serve warm or cold.
What’s lurking around in your pantry these days?
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