Mediterranean Orzo

Health score
25%
Mediterranean Orzo
15 min.
6
433kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary journey with our Mediterranean Orzo! This vibrant dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of flavors that will transport you straight to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. Perfectly cooked orzo pasta serves as the base, providing a tender and satisfying texture that pairs beautifully with the fresh ingredients that follow.

Imagine the briny goodness of kalamata olives mingling with the aromatic freshness of chopped parsley, all brought together with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice. The addition of crumbled feta cheese with basil and tomato adds a creamy richness that elevates this dish to new heights. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory and tangy notes, making it an ideal side dish or a light main course.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this Mediterranean masterpiece, making it a perfect choice for a quick lunch or a delightful dinner. Serve it alongside our Grilled Ratatouille for a complete meal that bursts with color and nutrition. With only 433 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a dish that is as wholesome as it is delicious. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy yet elegant Mediterranean Orzo!

Ingredients

  • oz feta cheese with basil and tomato, crumbled
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup kalamata olives pitted chopped
  • teaspoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • ounces orzo pasta uncooked
  • servings grilled chicken 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Prepare orzo pasta according to package directions. Stir in olives, parsley, olive oil, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
    2. Transfer to a serving platter. Spoon warm Grilled Ratatouille over orzo mixture; sprinkle with feta cheese.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories433kcal
    Protein29.72%
    Fat41.95%
    Carbs28.33%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    16.83
    Glycemic Load
    11.77
    Inflammation Score
    -5
    Nutrition Score
    18.217391293982%

    Flavonoids

    Eriodictyol
    0.08mg
    Hesperetin
    0.24mg
    Naringenin
    0.02mg
    Apigenin
    5.39mg
    Luteolin
    0.06mg
    Kaempferol
    0.04mg
    Myricetin
    0.37mg
    Quercetin
    0.01mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:433.11kcal
    21.66%
    Fat:19.88g
    30.59%
    Saturated Fat:7.43g
    46.45%
    Carbohydrates:30.21g
    10.07%
    Net Carbohydrates:28.71g
    10.44%
    Sugar:1.11g
    1.23%
    Cholesterol:97.39mg
    32.46%
    Sodium:586.2mg
    25.49%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:31.7g
    63.39%
    Selenium:50.53µg
    72.18%
    Vitamin K:44.61µg
    42.48%
    Vitamin B3:7.76mg
    38.82%
    Phosphorus:363.85mg
    36.39%
    Vitamin B6:0.57mg
    28.37%
    Vitamin B2:0.47mg
    27.64%
    Calcium:211.23mg
    21.12%
    Zinc:2.94mg
    19.63%
    Manganese:0.38mg
    18.79%
    Vitamin B12:0.89µg
    14.76%
    Vitamin B5:1.37mg
    13.69%
    Magnesium:47.06mg
    11.76%
    Iron:1.98mg
    10.98%
    Vitamin B1:0.15mg
    9.92%
    Potassium:320.62mg
    9.16%
    Copper:0.18mg
    9.03%
    Vitamin A:427.25IU
    8.55%
    Folate:27.47µg
    6.87%
    Vitamin E:1.02mg
    6.78%
    Fiber:1.5g
    6%
    Vitamin C:4.18mg
    5.07%
    Vitamin D:0.15µg
    1.01%
    Source:My Recipes