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Roasted Cauliflower Orzo With Chickpeas and Feta

A hearty and nutritious dish featuring roasted cauliflower, tender orzo pasta, protein-packed chickpeas, and tangy feta cheese, perfect for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables
  • 1 head Cauliflower Cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper To taste
Pasta and Legumes
  • 1 cup Orzo Uncooked
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
Dairy
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
Herbs and Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

Method
 

Roasting the Cauliflower
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
  3. Spread the cauliflower on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and tender, stirring halfway through.
Cooking the Orzo and Chickpeas
  1. While the cauliflower is roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the chickpeas to the pot.
  4. Drain the orzo and chickpeas, then return to the pot.
Combining the Ingredients
  1. Once the cauliflower is done roasting, add it to the pot with the orzo and chickpeas.
  2. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently to combine.
  3. Serve topped with crumbled feta cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be served warm or at room temperature. Feel free to add fresh herbs like parsley or basil for extra flavor.

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