Vegetarian Lime Orzo

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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
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Prep Time:
35 mins
Cook Time:
17 mins
Total Time:
52 mins
Servings:
4
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

  1. 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.

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.

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