RAINBOW GRILLED VEGETABLE MEDLEY PILAF

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This colorful dish can be served as a main dish or a side & is great hot or cold! If you are watching your fat intake, you can skip the olive oil mixture & just toss the vegetables with extra Italian dressing. If you or a guest has a gluten sensitivity, you can substitute gluten free spaghetti for the orzo, just break it into small pieces before boiling, or use long grain or brown rice instead of the pasta.

Provided by Crystal Schlueter @crystalschlu

Categories     Vegetables

Number Of Ingredients 19

2/3 cup(s) olive oil, extra virgin
1/2 teaspoon(s) ground paprika
1/4 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon(s) crushed red pepper flakes
2 clove(s) minced garlic
2 medium ears sweet corn, shucked
1 medium red onion, sliced into strips
1 medium orange bell pepper, sliced into strips
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 medium summer squash, thinly sliced
1 cup(s) thinly sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 cup(s) halved cherry tomatoes
2 cup(s) cooked orzo pasta
1 cup(s) cooked wild rice
1/3 cup(s) shredded parmesan cheese
3/4 cup(s) canned chickpeas
3/4 cup(s) light italian dressing
2 tablespoon(s) minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat a lightly greased grill to medium high heat. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, paprika, cumin, black pepper, red pepper & garlic. Add the vegetables & toss to coat.
  • Place corn on the grill for 7-8 minutes, turning often, until slightly charred in places. Meanwhile, Place the onions & peppers in a grill basket & grill for 3 minutes. Add the zucchini, squash, mushrooms & tomatoes. Grill for an additional 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp tender, tossing often.
  • Remove kernels from corn cobs with a sharp knife. Place corn in a large bowl with the other grilled vegetables. Add the orzo, rice, parmesan, chickpeas, dressing & parsley. Toss until combined. Serve.

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