Experience the heartwarming embrace of Greek cuisine with our tantalizing Greek Orzo Pasta with Vegetables recipe. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean as you embark on a culinary journey that combines the wholesome goodness of fresh vegetables with the comfort of perfectly cooked orzo pasta. Join us as we guide you through the steps to create this delectable dish that captures the essence of Greek culture on a plate.
Greek Orzo Pasta with Vegetables (Vegan Recipe)
6
servings10
minutes30
minutes428
kcal40
minutesIndulge in the rich flavors of Greece with our Greek Orzo Pasta with Vegetables recipe. This culinary journey takes you through sautéed onions, garlic, and a colorful array of peppers, creating a symphony of aromas. With every stir, you craft a masterpiece of Mediterranean comfort, where orzo pasta absorbs the essence of sun-kissed tomatoes and the earthy warmth of sweet paprika. The simmering ritual infuses the dish with anticipation, allowing flavors to meld. As you finally savor each bite, you’ll find yourself transported to the heart of Greece, where food is a celebration of life itself.
Ingredients
1 Cup 1 Cup Orzo
3 Cups 3 Cups Water
1/2 Cup 1/2 Cup Crushed tomatoes
100 g 3.5 oz Olive oil
1 tsp 1 tsp Sweet paprika
2 2 Onions, finely chopped
2 Cloves 2 Cloves Garlic, finely chopped
2 2 Red peppers, diced
2 2 Green peppers, diced
2 2 Carrots, diced
2 2 Eggplants, diced
2 2 Zucchini, diced
20 20 Cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters
250 g 8.8 oz Mushrooms, chopped
1/2 bunch 1/2 bunch Parsley
Salt and Pepper
Recipe directions
- Place a pot over heat. Add the olive oil.
- Add the onions, garlic, green peppers, red peppers, carrots, zucchini, eggplants into the pot and sauté well for about 5 – 7 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, cherry tomatoes and sauté.
- Season with salt, pepper and sweet paprika and stir.
- Add the orzo and sauté while stirring.
- Add the crushed tomatoes and stir.
- Finally, add the water and lower the heat.
- Cover the pot with its lid and simmer for about 3 minutes.
- After 3 minutes add the parsley and stir. Cover the pot with its lid and simmer for about 8 minutes.
- After 8 minutes, turn off the heat and wait for at least 20 more minutes.
- Let it cool a bit and serve.
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Nutrition Facts
6 servings per container
- Amount Per ServingCalories430
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat
18g
23%
- Saturated Fat 2.5g 12%
- Cholesterol 0mg 0%
- Sodium 95mg 4%
- Total Carbohydrate
63g
23%
- Dietary Fiber 17g 60%
- Total Sugars 25g
- Protein 13g 26%
- Vitamin D 150mcg 750%
- Calcium 110mg 8%
- Iron 5mg 30%
- Potassium 1970mg 40%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.