Vegetarian

Orzo Lentil Pilaf with Feta (vegetarian times recipe) takes several minutes to prepare.

Orzo Lentil Pilaf with Feta (vegetarian times recipe) takes several minutes to cook.

Orzo Lentil Pilaf with Feta (vegetarian times recipe) makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Orzo Lentil Pilaf with Feta (vegetarian times recipe) are:

1 Tbs. olive oil
1 medium red onion, finely chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 1/2 cups cooked brown lentils, or 1 15-oz. can lentils, rinsed and drained
6 oz. dry orzo pasta (3/4 cup)
1/2 cup crumbled low-fat feta cheese

Here is how you make Orzo Lentil Pilaf with Feta (vegetarian times recipe):

Directions:Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and saut? 5 minutes, or until softened. Stir in lentils, orzo, and 1 1/2 cups water. Season with salt and pepper, if desired. Cover, and cook 10 to 12 minutes, or until orzo is tender, and all water is absorbed. Divide among serving bowls, and sprinkle each serving with 2 Tbs. feta.Serves 4 (1 cup servings)**First time making this I cooked my lentils- next time I will get them canned to save on prep/cook time**Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JKSATHER2001.

The nutritional information for Orzo Lentil Pilaf with Feta (vegetarian times recipe) is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 329.6

• Total Fat: 6.8 g
• Cholesterol: 7.5 mg
• Sodium: 124.8 mg
• Total Carbs: 54.7 g
• Dietary Fiber: 8.8 g
• Protein: 14.8 g

The dietary needs meet for Orzo Lentil Pilaf with Feta (vegetarian times recipe) is Vegetarian