"Disappearing Zucchini Orzo" is a delightful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh zucchini with the comforting texture of orzo pasta. This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, as it can be prepared in under 30 minutes. The zucchini virtually disappears into the creamy sauce, creating a tantalizing dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. Serve this delectable dish as a main course or as a flavorful side dish to your favorite protein.
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DISAPPEARING ZUCCHINI ORZO
I believe the "disappearing" part of the title refers largely to making the garden's over abundance of squash disappear. I know there will be those larger zucchinis that slip past my radar so I can't wait to try this one. The recipe is from the Kingsolver book 'Animal, Vegetable, Miracle' and is typed here as written. I will come back and hard line some of the amounts and with any tweakings I may have done.
Provided by Kitchen Witch Steph
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring 6 cups of chicken stock or salted water to a boil.
- Add orzo and cook for 8-12 minutes. Drain.
- Use a cheese grater or mandolin to shred zucchini.
- Saute zucchini in oil briefly with chopped onion and garlic until lightly golden.
- Add thyme and oregano to zucchini mixture and stir thoroughly.
- Remove from heat.
- Combine with cheese and cooked orzo. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve cool or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 263, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 83.3, Carbohydrate 50, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 4.6, Protein 11.2
ORZO WITH ZUCCHINI
Orzo is paired with herby zucchini and crumbled feta for a meal or side that's great warm or at room temperature.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 6-8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Stir in the orzo and cook according to package directions for al dente; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the scallion whites and zucchini; cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the orzo, scallion greens, parsley, mint and 1 cup water. Simmer, uncovered, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the feta.
PESTO ORZO WITH ROASTED ZUCCHINI
I made up this recipe after finding out the health benefits of orzo. This is really tasty and light at the same time, a great dinner dish that will leave you asking for more--thankfully, it tastes even better for lunch the next day!
Provided by Maristela
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Pesto Pasta Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Place zucchini in a bowl and season with 2 tablespoons oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all slices are moistened. Spread on a large baking sheet.
- Roast zucchini in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Flip the slices and continue roasting until tender and browned, about 10 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add orzo and vegetable bouillon; cook until orzo is tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a large frying pan and cook onion until starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in pesto sauce. Cut zucchini rounds into 4 pieces and add to the frying pan. Add cooked orzo, stirring until it absorbs the pesto sauce. Add cherry tomatoes last; stir for about 30 seconds. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.9 g, Cholesterol 12.2 mg, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 334.6 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh zucchini. Fresh zucchini is more flavorful and tender than zucchini that has been stored for a long time. If you can, buy zucchini from a local farmer's market or grow your own.
- Don't overcook the zucchini. Zucchini cooks quickly, so it's important not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become mushy and lose its flavor.
- Use a variety of vegetables. In addition to zucchini, you can also add other vegetables to this recipe, such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or tomatoes.
- Season the dish to taste. This recipe is simple, but it can be easily customized to your liking. Add more or less salt, pepper, or garlic powder to taste.
- Serve immediately. This dish is best served immediately after it is made. The zucchini will start to lose its texture if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
This disappearing zucchini orzo is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is perfect for summer. It is made with fresh zucchini, orzo pasta, and a few simple seasonings. This dish is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cooked dish for up to 3 months. To reheat, simply thaw the dish in the refrigerator overnight or microwave it on medium power for 2-3 minutes, stirring once.
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