Garlic, Herb, Orzo & Rice Pilaf
Recipe: #11402
December 04, 2013
Categories: Side Dishes, Orzo, Rice, White Rice, Garlic Sunday Dinner, Non-Dairy, Vegetarian, more
"Garlic and fresh herbs flavor this orzo/rice combination pilaf. Vegetable broth may be used for chicken broth."
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (177 g)
- Calories 176.1
- Total Fat - 4.6 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.7 g
- Cholesterol - 0 mg
- Sodium - 572.1 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 30.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 2.6 g
- Sugars - 0.7 g
- Protein - 3.9 g
- Calcium - 29.8 mg
- Iron - 1 mg
- Vitamin C - 7.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0.1 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In a large nonstick skillet heat oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
Step 2
Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned.
Step 3
Stir in broth and water.
Step 4
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. (Add more water as needed if rice and pasta are not done before liquid is absorbed).
Step 5
Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
Step 6
Serve. Sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top if desired.
Tips
No special items needed.