Savory Mediterranean Orzo Recipe

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Ingredients:

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4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 package (16 oz) orzo pasta
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups (8 oz) crumbled feta cheese, divided
1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 jar (7-1/2 oz) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped
1 small yellow summer squash, finely chopped
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper

Directions:

In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in orzo; cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes. Remove from the heat.
In a small skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir into orzo mixture. Stir in 1 cup cheese, spinach, red peppers, squash, salt and pepper.
Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 12 servings (2/3 cup each).

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	47.95 Kcal (201 kJ)
Calories from fat	31.53 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.5g	5%
Cholesterol	4.32mg	1%
Sodium	338.53mg	14%
Potassium	101.22mg	2%
Total Carbs	1.88g	1%
Sugars	0.71g	3%
Dietary Fiber	0.35g	1%
Protein	1.79g	4%
Vitamin C	3.4mg	6%
Iron	0.7mg	4%
Calcium	37.2mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	45.81 Kcal (192 kJ)
Calories from fat	30.13 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.35g	5%
Cholesterol	4.13mg	1%
Sodium	323.46mg	14%
Potassium	96.71mg	2%
Total Carbs	1.79g	1%
Sugars	0.68g	3%
Dietary Fiber	0.33g	1%
Protein	1.71g	4%
Vitamin C	3.3mg	6%
Iron	0.7mg	4%
Calcium	35.6mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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