Best 3 Wild Rice And Orzo With Tarragon Recipes

Indulge your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey featuring Wild Rice and Orzo with Tarragon, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. This versatile dish offers two delectable variations - a vegetarian version bursting with fresh vegetables and a chicken and kielbasa rendition that tantalizes with its savory richness. Whether you prefer a meatless delight or a hearty protein-packed meal, both recipes promise an unforgettable dining experience. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the perfect balance of flavors in every bite.

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ORZO AND RICE

Orzo and Rice image

A filling side dish that is great with chicken. It is a real family favorite in our house.

Provided by C.Crane

Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup uncooked orzo pasta
½ cup long-grain white rice
1 cube chicken bouillon
2 cups water

Steps:

In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; add orzo and brown until golden.
Add rice, bouillon, and water; bring to a boil, cover and lower heat to medium-low.
Simmer for about 20 to 25 minutes or until all water is absorbed; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.7 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 265.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

ORZO AND WILD RICE SALAD

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This wonderful salad of pasta, currants, and vegetables is dressed with a tangy vinaigrette.

Provided by CWillemin

Categories Salad Pasta Salad

Time 3h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

½ cup wild rice
2 cups water
1 cup orzo pasta
3 tablespoons chopped red onion
3 tablespoons dried currants
2 tablespoons corn kernels, drained
3 tablespoons diced yellow bell pepper
3 tablespoons diced red bell pepper
3 tablespoons diced green bell pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons honey
¾ teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon minced garlic
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ teaspoons chopped fresh basil
¼ cup canola oil
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

Bring the wild rice and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender but not mushy, 20 to 45 minutes depending on the variety of wild rice. Drain off any excess liquid, fluff the rice with a fork, and cook uncovered 5 minutes more. Once finished, spread into a shallow dish, and refrigerate until cold.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta, and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minute. Drain, rinse with cold water, and chill.
Place the chilled rice and orzo into a large mixing bowl. Stir in the red onion, currants, corn, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Season with 2 tablespoons basil, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, honey, mustard, garlic, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and 1 1/2 teaspoons basil. Slowly whisk in the canola and olive oils until emulsified. Stir the dressing into the pasta, and refrigerate 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Fat 29.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 340.7 mg, Sugar 15.8 g

TARRAGON RICE PILAF

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Make and share this Tarragon Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups rice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups chicken stock, warmed
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons tarragon, chopped

Steps:

Melt butter in saucepan and cook onion over medium heat until golden. Stir in rice and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. Stir in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Cover and turn heat down to low. Simmer gently for 15 minutes.
Keep rice covered and remove from heat after it has been simmering for the 15 minutes. Let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in parsley and tarragon. Serve.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use freshly chopped tarragon.
If you don't have any tarragon, you can substitute another fresh herb, such as parsley, cilantro, or basil.
Be careful not to overcook the wild rice. It should be chewy, not mushy.
You can use any type of vegetable broth in this recipe. If you don't have any vegetable broth, you can use water instead.
This dish is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables.
You can also add other ingredients to this dish, such as cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.

Conclusion:

This wild rice and orzo with tarragon is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a tasty and healthy side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!