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Friday, July 25, 2014

Recipes by Nate

Orzo with Garbanzo Beans, Goat Cheese, and Oregano

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups orzo (about 9 ounces)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 15- to 15 1/2-ounce can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed, drained
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 15-ounce log soft fresh goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)

 

Preparation

Cook orzo in large saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, stirring occasionally. Drain orzo.
Whisk olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic to blend in large serving bowl. Add drained garbanzo beans, cooked orzo, and chopped fresh oregano; toss salad to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper. Gently stir in crumbled goat cheese. Serve orzo salad warm or at room temperature. 

by
Nate Bruce