Orzo pasta pilaf

Orzo pasta is not actually rice, but a type of pasta that is shaped like a grain of rice. It is commonly used in Mediterranean and Greek cuisines.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Orzo pasta pilaf

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean Courses: Dinner, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1380

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 grams Orzo pasta
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 medium, chopped Carrot
• 1 medium, chopped Bell pepper
• 1 cups Frozen peas
• 1 teaspoons Dried oregano
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped carrot, and sauté until onion is translucent.
2. Add orzo pasta to the saucepan and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Stir in vegetable broth, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
4. Cover the saucepan and let it simmer for about 12 minutes or until the orzo is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed.
5. Stir in frozen peas, chopped bell pepper, and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 345kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 3g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.