Vegetable Orzo With Lemon & Herb Seasoning Recipe

Name: Vegetable Orzo With Lemon & Herb Seasoning
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup orzo pasta (uncooked); 2 cups vegetable broth; 1 onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 large carrot, sliced thinly; 1 cup mushroom, sliced; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 grated lemon, rind of; 1 -2 tablespoon fresh herb, chopped (sage, thyme, oregano); salt and pepper; 1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (optional); 1 tablespoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1 cup orzo pasta (uncooked)
2 cups vegetable broth
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 large carrot, sliced thinly
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 grated lemon, rind of
1 -2 tablespoon fresh herb, chopped (sage, thyme, oregano)
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil

1
Start by heating the oil in a large saucepan/wok on medium heat.
2
Add the onion and garlic and saute for a minute or two.
3
Add the carrot and celery and saute for another 2 minutes.
4
Then add the chopped bell pepper and continue sauteeing for another 2-3 minutes.
5
Add in the mushrooms and the orzo, stirring them into the vegetable mixture.
6
Pour in enough broth to cover, about 1 cup.
7
Let the orzo absorb the broth, adding more as necessary.
8
Add in the grated lemon rind and herbs (and chili pepper flakes, if desired).
9
When the orzo has absorbed all the broth and is plump looking, the meal is ready to serve.
10
Season with salt and pepper and serve with a nice crusty bread.

329

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup orzo pasta (uncooked), 2 cups vegetable broth, 1 onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Orzo With Lemon & Herb Seasoning 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetable Orzo With Lemon & Herb Seasoning

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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