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Zucchini, Pea & Goat Cheese Orzo Salad

Zucchini, Pea & Goat Cheese Orzo Salad

Zucchini, Pea & Goat Cheese Orzo Salad is a refreshing dish combining roasted veggies with creamy goat cheese and tender orzo.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 lb orzo
  • 1 large zucchini, sliced
  • 2 large shallots, sliced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 4 cloves garlic skin on
  • 1/2 cup goat cheese
  • 1 whole lemon, juiced
  • 2 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 tbsp thyme

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
  2. Mix 2 tbsp olive oil with the zucchini and shallots. Season with salt and pepper. Place garlic cloves around the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, mixing halfway through.
  3. Boil water for the orzo and cook according to package directions. With 5 minutes left, add the frozen peas. Drain and add to a large bowl.
  4. Add the zucchini and shallots to the bowl. Squeeze out the roasted garlic, chop finely, and add it to the bowl.
  5. Add the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, pepper, thyme, and goat cheese. Mix together and serve!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with fresh herbs and proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas. This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.

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