Sunday, March 4, 2012

Warm Spinach Feta and Orzo Salad

servers:  4
From: http://www.grouprecipes.com/18487/warm-spinach-feta-and-orzo-salad.html
Ingredients

  • In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups water with 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  • Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the orzo and cook until al dente, about 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the feta, olive oil, vinegar, a large pinch of salt, and pepper to taste in a medium bowl.
  • Drain the orzo through a strainer (not a colander—some of the orzo may escape through the holes!) and add to the bowl.
  • Gently stir to coat the orzo with the dressing.
  • Add the spinach, onion and toss once more.

Baked Fish Packets with Broccoli and Squash

Servers: 4
From: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/recipes/1634

4 (4-ounce) fillets of fish (cod, halibut, salmon, snapper, sea bass, etc.)
1 large sliced yellow squash
1 large sliced zuccini
2 large carrots pealed and sliced
2 cups small broccoli florets
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
4 sprigs fresh herbs, such as oregano, thyme, rosemary or basil
1 small shallot, finely chopped
Juice of 1 lemon

Method

Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut foil into four 12-inch squares and arrange them on a work surface. Fold each piece in half to form a crease down the middle.

Divide squash, zuccini, and carrots between the squares, arranging it just to the right of each crease. Top squash with broccoli and garlic, then drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Arrange one fillet on top of each pile of vegetables, then season fillets with salt and pepper. Top each fillet with an herb sprig and some of the chopped shallots.

Drizzle lemon juice over fillets, then wrap up each square of paper or foil to form a sealed pouch. Transfer pouches to a baking sheet and bake until the fish is cooked through, about 20 minutes. Set aside to let cool for 3 to 4 minutes, then cut pouches open and serve immediately.