Orzo Primavera Recipe

Nothing welcomes the feeling of spring like this tantalizing Orzo Primavera recipe from RiceSelect® with freshly sliced vegetables, herbs and Parmesan.

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Serves
4
Total Time
15
Prep Time
10
Cook Time
5

Ingredients

  • null 1 cup uncooked RiceSelect® Orzo
  • null 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • null 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • null 1 medium sized zucchini, shredded
  • null 1 medium sized carrot, shredded
  • null 2 cups chicken broth
  • null 2 teaspoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • null ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • null Salt & pepper to taste, optional

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in orzo, and cook 1 to 2 minutes, until golden.
  2. Stir in garlic, zucchini, and carrot; cook 2 additional minutes. Add broth; mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes, or until liquid has been absorbed and orzo is tender. Season with thyme (and salt & pepper if desired); top with Parmesan.