Mediterranean vegetable orzotto with marinated cheese cubes

Makos K

January 29, 2017

Orzo pasta, vegetables and some greek yogurt come together for a hearty traditional meal!

For the orzotto
1 cup chopped leeks or scallions
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups orzo pasta
1 teaspoon thyme
2 cups mixed vegetables in small cubes (I use baby carrots, red peppers, peas, corn)
6 – 7 cups warm vegetable stock (for non vegetarian you can also use chicken stock)
½ cup greek yogurt (or cream cheese)
½ cup grated parmesan
Salt and pepper to taste
For the cheese cubes
1 cup cheese in cubes (parmesan, cheddar, gruyere or other)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon dried tarragon
Pinch of pepper

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Nutritions

Calories
3117

Sodium
18406mg
766% DV

Fat
174g
267% DV

Protein
153g
307% DV

Carbs
252g
85% DV

Fiber
33g
133% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 55g 275%

Polysaturated Fat 36g 230%

Monosaturated Fat 82g 512%

Cholesterol 240mg 80%

Sodium 18406mg 766%

Potassium 3779mg 107%

Protein 153g 307%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 33g 133%

Sugar 57g 114%

Vitamin A 62426IU 1248%

Vitamin B6 9mg 487%

Vitamin C 55mg 92%

Calcium 2661mg 266%

Iron 17mg 96%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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