Vegetable Orzo

This is a great, fresh summer side dish with sauteed zucchini, carrots, red onion, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and the bright taste of fresh lemon juice. It goes great with any meal.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 295 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• ½ red onion, chopped
• 1 cup chopped carrot
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 small zucchini, quartered and sliced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.