Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Orzo, peppers, squash and olives sauteed in coconut oil

Here's another great recipe that's healthy, easy and delicious. This veers off the paleo path a bit but you can substitute spaghetti squash instead. I really love the orzo in this, it's light and easy and I think you'll enjoy it!

Ingredients:
1/2 cup whole wheat orzo
1 T coconut oil
1 onion, diced

3 cloves of garlic, chopped
1/4 t. salt
1 zucchini, diced

1-2 yellow summer squash
1 tomato, cored and diced (I don't use this as I find it mushy)
1/4 cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives
2 bell peppers - orange and red

1/4 cup capers
seasonings I like:
Trader Joe's 21 Season Salute, African Smoke, Sea Salt, Crushed red Pepper

Cook the Orzo until al dente according to package directions. 

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a 12 inch skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 4 minutes. Add the zucchini, squash, peppers, olives, capers and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the tomato and orzo. Saute for a few minutes until the mixture is well seasoned and blended. Plate and enjoy! I have put this over sauteed spinach or fresh romaine. Delicious!
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