Mediterranean Orzo and Chickpea Stuffed Bell Peppers
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Bell peppers stuffed with orzo, chickpeas, olives, and tomatoes in a bright Mediterranean sauce with lemon and herbs. This colorful, meatless main showcases vibrant flavors and works well for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Nutrition & ingredients
Ingredients
serves 4- 4 red bell peppers (sliced lengthwise, seeds and white membrane removed)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 cup dry orzo
- 3/4 cup Castelvetrano olives, (halved lengthwise)
- 1 15oz can chickpeas, (drained and rinsed)
- 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, (halved lengthwise)
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallot
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped oregano
- 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley (plus more for serving)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne
- 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, (plus more for topping)
- kosher salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp lightly crumbled saffron threads
- 1/2 cup toasted pine nuts, (optional for serving)
At a glance
PER SERVING · TIME 30M
BARS = SHARE OF RECIPE CALORIES · RINGS = FDA DV
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- Sodium
- 1880mg
- Total sugar
- 18g
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Nutrition estimated from ingredients, per serving.
Vitamins & minerals
- Potassium
- 516mg
- Calcium
- 256mg
- Iron
- 3mg
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- SODIUM
- 1880MG
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