GREEK-STYLE CANNELLINI AND VEGETABLES

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This can serve as a one-dish meal. I'm posting for Zaar World Tour. The recipe is from a Moosewood cookbook.

Provided by MsBindy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 carrots, diced (about 2 cups)
1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
1 cup orzo pasta
1 zucchini, diced (6 inches long)
1 tablespoon of fresh mint, minced or 1 teaspoon dried mint
1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced or 1 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 teaspoon fresh marjoram (sprinkle of dried)
15 ounces cannellini, drained
14 ounces Italian-style stewed tomatoes
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente (about 8 minutes in boiling water), and drain. Stir in 1 Tbsp olive oil.
  • Sauté the garlic and onions in 2 Tbsp oil in large skillet.
  • Add the carrots and bell peppers to the onions and stir.
  • Stir the diced zucchini into the skillet of vegetables.
  • Add the mint, dill and marjoram.
  • Gently stir in the beans and tomatoes.
  • Simmer for several minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • When the beans and vegetables are hot, add the orzo.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.7, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 282.9, Carbohydrate 72, Fiber 10.1, Sugar 10.2, Protein 15.8

Vicentia Obinkyere
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so delicious!


Braxton Randall
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. I added some cooked chicken to the dish and it was delicious.


ISD Miraz
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I love the flavors in this dish. The lemon and herbs really brighten up the cannellini beans and vegetables.


Lutfa Zubayer
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


kosemani azeez
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new recipes. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.


Rorsheed Wasiu
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the cannellini beans and the vegetables.


Zanetta Ruby
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt and pepper.


Gloria Quartey
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This dish was easy to make and it tasted great. I would definitely recommend it to others.


suva neupane
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I'm not a big fan of cannellini beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Serenity Barrier
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect way to do it.


Lindsey Ramsdell
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


david do
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The cannellini beans and vegetables were cooked perfectly, and the lemon-herb sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.