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Veggie Orzo

Creamy Veggie Orzo: Quick, Nutritious One-Pot Wonder

This creamy Veggie Orzo is a nutritious, toddler-friendly dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with butter or avocado oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, can substitute with garlic powder
  • 1 cup Orzo Can swap with small pasta shapes
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Broccoli Finely chopped or small-floreted
  • 1 cup Carrots Finely shredded
For the Broth
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Can opt for low-sodium or vegetable broth
For the Creaminess
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can use plant-based cream cheese for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can replace with mozzarella or nutritional yeast

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by chopping the broccoli into small pieces, ensuring they are toddler-friendly. Then, finely shred the carrots.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in your medium pot over medium heat. Add the chopped broccoli, shredded carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 1 cup of orzo and 3 cups of chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-high and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Once the orzo is cooked and has absorbed the liquid, reduce the heat to low. Stir in 4 ounces of cream cheese and 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  5. Allow the creamy Veggie Orzo to cool slightly before serving. Serve on its own or with grilled chicken or fish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your creamy Veggie Orzo with your favorite veggies or spices to create a meal your whole family will love!

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