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Vegetable Orzo Recipe

A simple and delicious vegan vegetable orzo recipe.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Orzo
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Zucchini, diced
  • 1 Bell Pepper, diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil, chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. 3. Add diced zucchini and bell pepper, cook for 5 minutes.
  4. 4. Stir in orzo and cook for 2 minutes.
  5. 5. Add vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  6. 6. Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, until orzo is tender.
  7. 7. Stir in cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Serve warm.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Orzo, Vegan, Vegetable
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