Carrot and Orzo Salad with Fresh Dill
Carrot and Orzo Salad with Fresh Dill – Weight Loss Recipe
(makes 8 servings)
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3 lbs. carrots, peeled and sliced diagonally into 2-inch pieces |
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5 large garlic cloves, unpeeled |
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¼ cup olive oil, divided |
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1 lb. orzo pasta |
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Juice of 2 lemons |
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Zest from the 2 lemons |
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4 scallions, white and light green parts only, chopped |
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1/2 cup loosely pack fresh dill, chopped
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| 1. | Preheat oven to 450º F. | ||
| 2. | In a small bowl, toss carrots and garlic cloves with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until carrots are browned and tender. Remove from oven and let cool for about 10-15 minutes. | ||
| 3. | Squeeze out pulp from garlic cloves into a small bowl and discard skins. Mash pulp with the back side of a spoon until it resembles a paste. | ||
| 4. | Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain in a colander (do not rinse) then transfer to a large bowl. Toss with remaining olive oil then add carrots. | ||
| 5. | In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, zest, scallions and garlic paste. Mix in dill then pour over orzo mixture and toss until combined. Add salt and pepper to taste. | ||
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