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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