Vegetarian Lime Orzo

Name: Vegetarian Lime Orzo
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 52 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups orzo pasta; 1 zucchini, peeled and shredded; 1 carrot, peeled and shredded; 1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained; 1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves; salt and black pepper to taste; 0.25 cup chopped green onions; 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 teaspoons grated lime zest; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

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I came up with this recipe while at a friend's house but decided to make it vegetarian. The hearty vegetables and fresh lime juice make it delicious and certain to please vegetarians and meat-eaters alike.

Submitted by mexicanvegetarian026

Published on March 9, 2020

Prep Time:

35 mins

Cook Time:

17 mins

Total Time:

52 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups orzo pasta
1 zucchini, peeled and shredded
1 carrot, peeled and shredded
1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
salt and black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped green onions
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons grated lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic and orzo pasta; cook and stir until pasta turns a light, golden color, about 5 minutes. Stir in zucchini and carrots; cook until vegetables soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, and basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Reduce heat to medium. Cover, and simmer until almost all liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes. Stir in the green onions, parsley, lime zest, and lime juice. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and serve sprinkled with Parmesan cheese.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

535	Calories
12g	Fat
87g	Carbs
21g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 535
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	16%
Saturated Fat 4g	18%
Cholesterol 11mg	4%
Sodium 579mg	25%
Total Carbohydrate 87g	32%
Dietary Fiber 7g	23%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 21g	42%
Vitamin C 30mg	34%
Calcium 240mg	18%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 625mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.