GREEK ORZO AND BROCCOLI

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This yummy recipe from Lillian Justis of Belleplain, New Jersey will be a welcome treat at dinnertime. The warm side dish delivers strong feta and olive flavors while red pepper flakes add a little spice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1/3 cup pitted Greek olives
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
4-1/2 teaspoons slivered almonds, toasted
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook pasta in boiling water for 7 minutes. Add broccoli and cook 2-3 minutes longer or until pasta is tender; drain. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the olives, feta cheese, Parmesan cheese and basil., In a small nonstick skillet, saute almonds in oil for about 1 minute. Stir in red pepper flakes and pepper; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Pour over pasta mixture; toss to coat. Stir in olive mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Bereket M.Gobena
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice.


marc nswal
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Brix Batiancila
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Tonya Aikens
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it!


Eita
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's simple to follow and the results are delicious.


Joshua Ibekwe
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I love the bright flavors of this dish. The lemon juice and dill really make it pop.


Ximena Castillo
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's healthy too.


queen japer the alligator queen
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish for extra protein. It was a great addition.


Sharline Holmes
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover broccoli. I had some leftover from a previous meal and it worked perfectly in this dish.


Homa Konanui
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The combination of orzo, broccoli, and feta cheese is delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Mughal Pathan
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I was able to make it in under 30 minutes and it turned out great!


Moses Banda
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This Greek orzo and broccoli dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the broccoli was cooked to perfection.


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