Pico de Gallo Pilaf Recipe

Name: Pico de Gallo Pilaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil); 1/2 cup orzo pasta; 1 cup white rice; 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock; 4 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped; 1 small onion, red or white, finely chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped; A handful of fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped; Zest and juice of 1 lime; Salt

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil)
1/2 cup orzo pasta
1 cup white rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
4 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1 small onion, red or white, finely chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
A handful of fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
Zest and juice of 1 lime
Salt

1
Heat the EVOO in a sauce pot over medium heat, add the orzo, and toast to a deep golden color.
2
Add the rice and stir gently to combine with the toasted pasta.
3
Add the stock and bring to a boil, then cover the pot and simmer for 17 to 18 minutes, until the orzo and rice are tender.
4
In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, onions, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime zest and juice, and season with salt to taste.
5
When the orzo and rice are cooked, fluff with a fork and combine with the salsa.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon EVOO (extra-virgin olive oil), 1/2 cup orzo pasta, 1 cup white rice, 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock, and more.

Yes, Pico de Gallo Pilaf falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pico de Gallo Pilaf

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