Healthy Orzo Recipes

LEMON ORZO

Lemon Orzo image

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup orzo
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons good olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1 cup small-diced feta, preferably Greek (4 ounces)

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and the orzo. Return the water to a boil and simmer uncovered for 9 to 11 minutes, until the orzo is al dente. Drain.
Transfer the orzo to a bowl and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Fold in the feta and serve hot.

LEMON ORZO

Lemon Orzo image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories side-dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 0

Ingredients

Steps:

Simmer 1 cup orzo in a saucepan with 2 1/2 cups water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried mint, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon paprika and 2 strips lemon zest, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool slightly. Stir in 2 chopped scallions, the juice of 1 lemon, and salt to taste.

CHICKEN AND ORZO SKILLET

Chicken and Orzo Skillet image

Here's a perfect one-skillet supper that's colorful, healthy, filling and definitely special! Our taste testers loved the blend of spices, the touch of heat and the sophisticated flavor. -Kellie Mulleavy, Lambertville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
2 teaspoons salt-free garlic seasoning blend
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Sprinkle chicken with garlic seasoning blend. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute chicken and onion in oil until chicken is no longer pink, 5-6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the tomatoes, spinach, broth, orzo, Italian seasoning and, if desired, pepper flakes. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, 15-20 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 384mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic exchanges

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