Vegetable Orzo
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"This is a great, fresh summer side dish with sauteed zucchini, garlic, carrots, balsamic vinegar, and the bright taste of fresh lemon juice. It goes great with any meal."
Original recipe yield: 4 servings.
- Prep Time:
- 10 Minutes
- Cook Time:
- 20 Minutes
- Ready In:
- 30 Minutes
- Servings:
- 4
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INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chopped carrot
- 1 small zucchini, quartered and sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, juiced
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DIRECTIONS:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add orzo, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
- Meanwhile, warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, garlic, and carrot, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in zucchini, and cook for 2 minutes more. Pour in 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and deglaze pan. Reduce heat to medium low, and season with salt and pepper. Add orzo to skillet, then stir in remaining 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and lemon juice.
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