Greek-Style Vegetable Kebabs with Orzo and Feta

Very Healthy
Health score
98%
Greek-Style Vegetable Kebabs with Orzo and Feta
45 min.
2
750kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Greek-Style Vegetable Kebabs with Orzo and Feta, a delightful dish that perfectly marries health and taste. Whether you're looking for a nourishing meal for lunch or a satisfying dinner, this recipe is bound to impress. With a health score of 98, it's not just delicious; it's also a wholesome choice for anyone aiming to eat healthier without compromising on flavor.

This recipe showcases the best of fresh vegetables, including succulent Japanese eggplants, crisp red bell peppers, and tender zucchini, all grilled to perfection. The charred vegetables are artfully threaded onto skewers and brushed with a zesty Greek-style vinaigrette blended with fragrant mint, adding a refreshing twist to your meal. Nestled atop a bed of fluffy orzo and sprinkled with creamy crumbled feta cheese, each bite delivers a symphony of Mediterranean flavors that will transport you straight to the sun-kissed shores of Greece.

Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it also packs a nutritious punch with a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and wholesome carbs. Ready in just 45 minutes and serving two, it's the perfect recipe for a cozy dinner or a casual lunch with a friend. Gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean right at home!

Ingredients

  •  eggplant 
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • tablespoons mint leaves fresh minced
  • 0.5 cup orzo pasta (rice-shaped
  •  bell pepper red cut into 1-inch square pieces
  • tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette salad dressing greek-style
  • medium zucchini cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • grill
  • skewers
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Blend vinaigrette and mint in small bowl for dressing. Cook orzo in medium saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite; drain. Return orzo to same pan.
  2. Mix in 3 tablespoons dressing. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Thread bell pepper, eggplant and zucchini onto 4 metal skewers; brush with dressing. Grill vegetables until tender and just charred, turning and brushing often with dressing, about 12 minutes.
  4. Divide orzo between 2 plates.
  5. Place vegetable skewers atop orzo.
  6. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories750kcal
Protein10.14%
Fat48.56%
Carbs41.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
73
Glycemic Load
18.95
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
47.571304113969%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
588.69mg
Eriodictyol
1.55mg
Hesperetin
0.51mg
Apigenin
0.27mg
Luteolin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:749.9kcal
37.49%
Fat:42.78g
65.82%
Saturated Fat:11.36g
71.01%
Carbohydrates:81.88g
27.29%
Net Carbohydrates:56.46g
20.53%
Sugar:34.25g
38.06%
Cholesterol:33.38mg
11.13%
Sodium:463.74mg
20.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.1g
40.19%
Vitamin C:127.95mg
155.09%
Manganese:2.42mg
121.03%
Fiber:25.42g
101.68%
Vitamin K:99.33µg
94.6%
Potassium:2350.78mg
67.17%
Vitamin B6:1.29mg
64.42%
Folate:250µg
62.5%
Vitamin A:2783.6IU
55.67%
Vitamin B2:0.84mg
49.49%
Selenium:32.86µg
46.94%
Phosphorus:455.73mg
45.57%
Magnesium:169.6mg
42.4%
Vitamin E:6.3mg
41.97%
Copper:0.81mg
40.36%
Vitamin B3:7.02mg
35.1%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
32.26%
Vitamin B5:3.06mg
30.6%
Calcium:302.26mg
30.23%
Zinc:3.54mg
23.6%
Iron:3.55mg
19.7%
Vitamin B12:0.63µg
10.56%
Source:Epicurious