How To Make Orzo and Rice Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 cup rice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the orzo and rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
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Add the carrot, bell pepper, and zucchini. Cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
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Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
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Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
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Add the cooked orzo and rice to the skillet. Stir to combine everything.
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Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
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Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 8g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 4mg
- Sodium : 835mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 54g
- Dietary Fiber : 5g
- Sugar : 5g
- Protein : 8g
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