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orzo primavera

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Robin Hearon
Las Vegas, NV

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.

(1 rating)
yield 6 -8
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min

Ingredients For orzo primavera

  • 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

How To Make orzo primavera

  • 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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