Cheesy Broccoli and Pepper Baked Orzo

Name: Cheesy Broccoli and Pepper Baked Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups dry orzo pasta; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 small red onion; 2 cloves garlic; 1 medium orange bell pepper; 1 medium red bell pepper; 3 cups chopped broccoli florets; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 14-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese; chopped

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings
4 to 6 servings
Calories
543 kcal
Course
Main Course
Cuisine
American

Cheesy Broccoli and Pepper Baked Orzo

Omar Parker

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An easy baked pasta dish filled with colorful veggies, like red onion, broccoli and bell peppers.

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Ingredients

Servings

1 ½ cups dry orzo pasta
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small red onion sliced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 medium orange bell pepper sliced
1 medium red bell pepper sliced
3 cups chopped broccoli florets
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 14-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
chopped or chiffonade fresh basil, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Lightly grease a 2 to 3 quart baking dish with olive oil spray and set aside.
Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add in the orzo and cook until al dente according to the package directions, stirring occasionally. Drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar and honey until combined. Set aside.
Add the olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add in the red onion and cook for about 2 minutes, until it starts to soften. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add in the peppers, broccoli, salt, pepper and the balsamic honey mixture. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the vegetables are crisp tender. Turn off the heat.
Add the cooked orzo, tomatoes and cheddar cheese to the skillet and stir until well combined. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle the top with the mozzarella.
Bake for about 12 to 15 minutes, until heated through and the cheese is melted. Garnish with the fresh basil before serving.

Notes

If you have an oven-safe skillet, you can use that here instead of bothering with a baking dish. Follow the directions as written and just sprinkle the mozzarella right on top of the pasta in the skillet (and then transfer to the oven to bake).

Nutrition Information

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Calories 543kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Cholesterol 52mg (17%) Sodium 673mg (28%) Potassium 571mg (16%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 12g (24%) Vitamin A 2762IU (55%) Vitamin C 139mg (154%) Calcium 404mg (40%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4to 6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 543 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	543kcal	27%
Carbohydrates	59g	20%
Protein	24g	48%
Fat	24g	37%
Saturated Fat	11g	55%
Polyunsaturated Fat	2g	12%
Monounsaturated Fat	10g	50%
Cholesterol	52mg	17%
Sodium	673mg	28%
Potassium	571mg	12%
Fiber	5g	20%
Sugar	12g	24%
Vitamin A	2762IU	55%
Vitamin C	139mg	154%
Calcium	404mg	40%
Iron	2mg	11%