Carrot Orzo
Elevate your pasta nights with this vibrant and creamy Carrot Orzo recipe, a delightful fusion of comfort and freshness. This quick and easy dish combines tender orzo pasta with sweet, sautéed carrots, aromatic garlic, and a luscious vegetable broth base for a burst of flavor in every bite. Tossed with parmesan cheese for a creamy finish and brightened with lemon zest, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between richness and zestiness. Garnished with fresh parsley, it makes an elegant side dish or a satisfying light main course. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, Carrot Orzo is a wholesome, crowd-pleasing addition to your table, ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Keywords: creamy carrot orzo, easy pasta recipe, quick side dish, vegetable orzo recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 medium carrots
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 2.5 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Peel and grate the carrots using a box grater or food processor. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the grated carrots to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the orzo pasta to the skillet and toast it for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Slowly pour in the vegetable broth and stir well. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix well until the cheese is melted and the dish is creamy.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the carrot orzo with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.5 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 3044 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.4 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 668 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1812 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
