Published on March 20, 2018

Video: Whole-wheat orzo with roasted vegetables


Whole-wheat orzo with roasted vegetables

Serves 4

Tip: Chop vegetables about the size of cooked orzo. To make this dish vegetarian, substitute no-salt-added vegetable stock for the chicken stock.

  1. Add 2 medium zucchini.
  2. Add 4 portobello mushrooms.
  3. Add 1 yellow bell pepper.
  4. Add 1 red bell pepper.
  5. Add 1 red onion.
  6. Add 1/4 cup fresh parsley.
  7. Add 2 garlic cloves.
  8. Add 1/4 cup lemon juice.
  9. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil.
  10. Add 1 teaspoon fresh oregano.
  11. Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  12. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  13. Marinate for 10 minutes.
  14. Roast for 20 minutes at 400 F.
  15. Heat 1/2 teaspoon olive oil.
  16. Add 1/2 cup whole-wheat orzo.
  17. Cook until lightly browned.
  18. Add 3 cups no salt added chicken stock.
  19. Add roasted vegetables.

Created by the executive wellness chef and registered dietitians at the Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program.