One Pot Mediterranean Orzo

Heat a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-low heat, then warm the olive oil. Add the onion and sauté until it begins to turn translucent and soften, about 5 minutes.
Add the garlic, red pepper, kale, oregano, red pepper ﬂakes, and salt. Saute for 5 minutes or until kale is wilted, using tongs to toss the kale.
Add the tomato paste and cook for an additional minute. Then add the orzo, canned tomatoes, chickpeas, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook, about 10 minutes, until orzo softens and liquid is mostly absorbed. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Top with feta and fresh dill before serving.

Banner Image:

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Grain:

Wheat [1]

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 small red onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 bunch kale leaves, chopped

2 teaspoons dried oregano

¼ teaspoon red pepper ﬂakes

½ teaspoon salt

3 tablespoons tomato paste

1 cup uncooked whole wheat orzo

1 (14-ounce) can diced ﬁre roasted tomatoes, no-salt-added

1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, no-salt-added

2 ½ cups water

¼ cup crumbled feta

2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Active time:

20 minutes

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition:

Calories: 350, Total Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 2.5g. Sodium: 600mg, Carbohydrate: 50g, Fiber: 11g, Total Sugar: 7g (Added Sugar: 0g), Protein: 15g

Author:

An Oldways recipe, courtesy of Kelly Toups (adapted from Pinch of Yum)

Diet:

Mediterranean DietVegetarian & Vegan Diet

Recipe tags:

Staff Favorites

Course:

Main dishes

Meal:

Dinner

Dietary choice:

Vegetarian

Rating:

Description:

We love the Mediterranean ﬂavors in this cozy dish! In this one-pot wonder, the orzo pasta boils in a shallow amount of water alongside the veggies, no additional pots or pans necessary.

Serving Size:

1/4 recipe