ORZO WITH SUMMER SQUASH AND TOASTED HAZELNUTS

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Categories     Nut     Pasta     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Summer     Hazelnut     Yellow Squash     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups orzo (10 ounces)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup finely chopped shallot (6 1/2 ounces)
2 medium zucchini (1 1/2 pound total), cut into 1/3-inch dice
2 medium yellow squash (1 pound total), cut into 1/3-inch dice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup hazelnuts (4 ounces), toasted , loose skins rubbed off in a kitchen towel, and nuts coarsely chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest

Steps:

  • Cook orzo in a 4- to 5-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain orzo in a colander.
  • While orzo is cooking, heat butter and oil in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté shallot, stirring, until golden, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini, yellow squash, salt, and pepper and sauté, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are just tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in nuts, parsley, basil, and zest.
  • Add cooked orzo to skillet and stir gently. If mixture seems dry, moisten with some reserved pasta water. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Ashley Reade
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out way too mushy. I think I may have cooked the orzo for too long.


Aliyas Aliyas ali
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This recipe is a great way to use up summer squash. It's a simple dish, but it's packed with flavor.


M ShahZaib Jutt
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Md Readay
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I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


HELLEND KIM
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This recipe was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Thato John
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I'm not a big fan of summer squash, but I really enjoyed this dish. The orzo and hazelnuts added a lot of flavor, and the lemon-herb sauce was delicious.


Prolific Endangered
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely make it again.


Azhr Seyal
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.


glen lugado
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I found this recipe to be a bit too oily. I would recommend using less olive oil next time.


Douglass Jeff
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more seasoning.


Obaidul kareem1993
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook summer squash, and this recipe was a winner! The orzo and hazelnuts added a nice depth of flavor, and the lemon-herb sauce was the perfect finishing touch.


Hamda Muuse
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This was a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The orzo cooked up quickly, and the summer squash and hazelnuts added a nice touch of flavor.


ABDULLAH SARDAR
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I'm a big fan of orzo, and this recipe did not disappoint! The flavors were well-balanced and the dish was easy to make. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Jemal Nansebo
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This orzo dish was a delightful surprise! The summer squash added a pop of freshness and sweetness, while the toasted hazelnuts added a nutty crunch. The lemon-herb sauce tied everything together perfectly.