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Ingredients
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6 ounces orzo
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2 tablespoons creme fraiche
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1 teaspoon Calabrian chili paste, or more to taste
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1 teaspoon olive oil
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1 zucchini, or 2 if small, cut lengthwise and sliced into half moons
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1/2 cup sliced sweet peppers
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2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
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Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil, add orzo, and cook, uncovered, until tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Turn off the heat, drain thoroughly, and return orzo to the pot. Add crème fraîche and Calabrian chili paste. Set aside and keep warm.
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Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil. Once oil is shimmering, add vegetables, and saute for 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Add Italian seasoning and season with salt and pepper. Remove vegetables from heat.
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Gently stir vegetables into orzo. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
166 | Calories |
5g | Fat |
26g | Carbs |
5g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 166 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 5g | 7% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 11% |
Cholesterol 9mg | 3% |
Sodium 240mg | 10% |
Total Carbohydrate 26g | 10% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
Total Sugars 5g | |
Protein 5g | 10% |
Vitamin C 43mg | 48% |
Calcium 36mg | 3% |
Iron 1mg | 8% |
Potassium 367mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.