ONE-POT LEMON-BASIL ORZO AND VEGETABLES
Lemon and fresh basil give this light-yet-satisfying dish its bright flavor, while the orzo, chick peas, zucchini and tomatoes complete the meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is lightly browned. Transfer zucchini to plate.
- Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil, the onion and garlic to skillet. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until softened. Add orzo; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until orzo is lightly toasted. Stir in broth, tomatoes, chick peas, lemon peel, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling; cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until most of liquid has absorbed and orzo is almost tender.
- Add zucchini and lemon juice to orzo mixture; stir to combine. Remove from heat, cover and let stand 3 to 5 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. Stir in basil, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g
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Tahmina Akter
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and the flavors were great! I loved the combination of the lemon, basil, and vegetables. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
Afzal Khan
[email protected]This dish was delicious! I loved the combination of the lemon, basil, and vegetables. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
rizve athoi
[email protected]This recipe was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the lemony flavor and the tender vegetables. The orzo was cooked perfectly and absorbed all of the delicious sauce. I will definitely be making this again!
Miss Pathani920
[email protected]This dish was a bit too oily for my taste. I think I might have added too much olive oil. I would probably reduce the amount of olive oil next time.
Peyton Evans
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I used a mix of vegetables that I had on hand and it was still delicious. The lemon and basil flavors were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again!
Hosman
[email protected]I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for new vegetarian dishes to try. This dish was absolutely delicious! The vegetables were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
Hussain boss
[email protected]This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I might have added too much red pepper flakes. I would probably reduce the amount of red pepper flakes next time.
Artemio Romero
[email protected]I loved the flavors in this dish! The lemon and basil were a perfect combination. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender. I will definitely be making this again!
dk maden
[email protected]This recipe was a lifesaver! I was short on time and needed to make a quick and easy meal. This dish came together in no time and it was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again!
Tsholofelo Nageng
[email protected]This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I might have added too much salt when I was seasoning the vegetables. I would probably reduce the amount of salt next time.
Justin K
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of lemon, but I thought I would try this recipe anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The lemon flavor was not overpowering and the dish was very flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
Redlher
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and the flavors were great! I loved the combination of the lemon, basil, and vegetables. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again!
Akas Hossain
[email protected]This recipe was delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the lemony flavor and the tender vegetables. The orzo was cooked perfectly and absorbed all of the delicious sauce. I will definitely be making this again!
sampath munnu
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly! The flavors were amazing and the orzo was cooked to perfection. I loved the addition of the fresh basil, which really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be making this again!
Angela Jones
[email protected]This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. The vegetables were also a bit overcooked. I would probably try a different recipe next time.
shameerah madaram
[email protected]I was looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal and this recipe fit the bill perfectly. It was so easy to make and the flavors were amazing! I loved the combination of the lemon, basil, and vegetables. I will definitely be making this again!
Kurutsi Andenyangtso
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I used a mix of vegetables that I had on hand and it was still delicious. The lemon and basil flavors were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again!
Richard Duarte
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the lemony flavor and the tender vegetables. The orzo was cooked perfectly and absorbed all of the delicious sauce. I will definitely be making this again soon!
Ashrakat Mohamed
[email protected]This one-pot lemon basil orzo and vegetables dish was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the orzo was cooked to perfection. I loved the addition of the fresh basil, which really brightened up the dish. I will definitely be