Best Primavera Orzo Recipes

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LEMON ORZO PRIMAVERA



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Colorful vegetables and the flavors of lemon and thyme make this orzo dish great for picnics. You can chop the zucchini and carrot instead of grating them to cut down on prep time, just be sure to cook them for a few minutes longer before adding the orzo.

Provided by LitleLisa1

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 medium zucchini, shredded
1 medium carrot, shredded
1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
1 lemon, zested
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Stir in orzo, and cook 2 minutes, until golden. Stir in garlic, zucchini, and carrot, and cook 2 minutes. Pour in the broth and mix in lemon zest. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes, or until liquid has been absorbed and orzo is tender. Season with thyme and top with Parmesan to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.5 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 294.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

PRIMAVERA ORZO



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 cup shredded carrots, chopped
1 teaspoon curry powder
3 cups chicken stock
1 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, a handful
1 cup frozen peas
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan in a slow stream. Add garlic, shallots, zucchini and carrots. Saute 5 minutes. Add curry, chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add orzo and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally until pasta absorbs the liquid and is al dente in texture, 10 minutes. Uncover and stir in cheese, parsley and peas. Season with salt and pepper, to your taste.

PARMESAN ORZO PRIMAVERA



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Toss your choice of chopped fresh vegetables into this Parmesan Orzo Primavera to really make it your own. With this delicious, colorful Parmesan Orzo Primavera, you've got a tasty Italian-inspired dish ready in 20 minutes or less.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 17m

Yield Makes 8 servings, 1/2 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can (14-1/2 oz.) chicken broth
1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
2-1/2 cups chopped fresh vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, green onions, red peppers
1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth and pasta in medium saucepan. Stir in 1/3 cup water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 7 minutes.
  • Add vegetables; mix well. Cook an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

LEMON ORZO PRIMAVERA



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I was looking for a recipe that could use up some of the zucchini from the garden that the hubby and the kids wouldn't turn up their noses to and I came across this gem! My 6-year-old's comment after he tasted this was: "Mommy, I love, Love, LOVE this!" I hope that you enjoy it nearly as much as he did.

Provided by misscrys79

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
1 medium zucchini, shredded
2 medium carrots, shredded
2 garlic cloves, crushed
14 ounces vegetable broth (chicken would work well too)
1 lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Stir in orzo and cook 2 minutes, or until the orzo starts to turn golden.
  • Stir in garlic, zucchini and carrot and cook for 2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add broth, lemon zest and thyme and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes or until the liquid has been absorbed and the orzo is tender. Top with Parmesan cheese to serve.

ORZO PRIMAVERA



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Fresh, al dente vegetables and orzo with a creamy tomato and Parmesan sauce makes a fantastic side dish. This primavera is a good base recipe that you can tweak with other seasonal vegetables, or freshen up with fresh lemon juice or white wine.

Provided by preez

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 ⅓ cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 carrot, cut into thin slices
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 medium zucchini, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 medium yellow squash, cut into bite-sized pieces
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup tomato sauce
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons half-and-half
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil; add 2 teaspoons salt. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over low heat. Add bell pepper and saute for 10 minutes. Increase heat to medium and add carrot, onion, and garlic. Saute until carrot begins to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add zucchini and summer squash; cook for 1 minute more. Increase heat to high and add broth, tomato sauce, remaining salt, and pepper. Cook until sauce comes to a simmer, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Add orzo to the sauce and mix well. Remove from heat. Stir in half-and-half, followed by Parmesan cheese. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 1602.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

ORZO PRIMAVERA



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This recipe is originally from Rachael Ray of the Food Network, but I have tweaked it to my taste. It is delicious and easy to prepare because it is all done in one skillet.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves minced garlic
1 minced shallot
1 small zucchini, chopped small
1 cup shredded carrot
3 cups chicken stock
1 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 cup frozen peas
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a medium skillet over medium high heat and add oil.
  • Add garlic, shallots, zucchini and carrots and saute for five minutes.
  • Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add orzo and bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to medium.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally until pasta absorbs the liquid and is al dente in texture, about ten minutes.
  • Uncover and stir in cheese, parsley and peas.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

VEGAN PARMESAN ORZO PRIMAVERA RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Vegan Parmesan Orzo Primavera Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Beckylynn

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup orzo
14 ounces vegetable broth
2 1/2 cups mixed fresh or frozen vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, tomato, corn, edamame and green onions
Salt & pepper, to taste
1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
Parsley, chopped for garnish
2 tablespoons vegan Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo in the vegetable broth according to the package instructions. We used a cup of frozen broccoli, microwaved. In a saute pan, add the vegetable oil, carrots, diced tomatos, corn, edamame and green onions. Cook until tender. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add orzo and broccoli to sauteed vegetables. Combine well and remove from heat. Stir in parmesan and garnish with parsley, if desired.

ORZO PRIMAVERA



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Orzo pasta is a delicious rice like pasta that is very light in flavor and texture. This dish is a very pleasant substitute for a rice side or main dish.

Provided by Robin Hearon

Categories     Pasta Sides

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 box orzo pasta
4 oz fresh broccoli
4 oz baby carrots
2 oz parsnips
1 oz fresh basil (shredded)
4 oz sun dried tomatoes (strips)
6 oz grilled chicken or shrimp (optional)
extra virgin olive oil
garlic, salt, white pepper and Italian seasoning to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Boil the Orzo pasta in salted water according to the packages instructions, about 5-6 minutes, drain and set aside.
  • 2. Prepare fresh broccoli, carrots and parsnips for sauteing in olive oil. Season with the spices.
  • 3. Combine the vegetables, sun dried tomatoes and basil to the pasta.
  • 4. The optional meat can also be added to make this a main dish.

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