Grilled pesto zucchini stuffed with tomatoes and orzo
Grilled pesto zucchini stuffed with tomatoes and orzo
From Half-Baked Harvest: https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/grilled-stuffed-zucchini/#bo-recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped oregano
- 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 cup cubed feta cheese
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 zucchini or yellow summer squash, halved
- kosher salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil, the balsamic vinegar, oregano, garlic, and a pinch each of salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Stir in the feta and tomatoes.
- Meanwhile, pre heat the grill to medium high heat. Toss the zucchini with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill the for 3-5 minutes per side or until light char marks appear.
- Arrange the zucchini on a platter and brush evenly with pesto. Spoon the orzo over the zucchini. Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!