Rating: 3.77
(17)

Mushroom and Bell Pepper Orzo

August 8, 2023
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Mushroom and Bell Pepper Orzo
3.77 from 17 votes
A delicious and easy vegetarian pasta dish.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper diced
  • 1 tsp thyme dried
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • parmesan cheese for serving, grated
  • parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until translucent.
  • Add sliced mushrooms and diced bell peppers to the skillet. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in dried thyme and vegetable broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add cooked orzo pasta to the skillet and toss to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
  • Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 10gFat: 6gFiber: 6g
Calories: 320kcal
Meal Type: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Cooking Method: Boiled
Level: Easy
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  1. User avatar Foster Torphy says:

    1 star
    This looks fancy but I doubt it’ll taste good. Can you really make pasta in one skillet??

  2. 3 stars
    Mushrooms? Yuck! But my sister liked it, so I guess it’s okay. Medium rating!

  3. User avatar rosella.zboncak15 says:

    2 stars
    I don’t know about adding mushrooms. They get so slimy in this kind of dish. Just saying.

  4. User avatar caribou says:

    2 stars
    Nice recipe but it took too long to prepare. I got bored waiting, lol.

  5. User avatar danika.marvin says:

    3 stars
    I might try this but like, orzo? Isn’t that just tiny rice? I’m confused.

    1. User avatar enid.treutel0 says:

      5 stars
      Orzo is actually a type of pasta, not rice! It’s shaped like rice but made from wheat. You’ll love it in this recipe! 😊

  6. 4 stars
    I made it without the broth and it still turned out great. Who needs broth anyway?

  7. 4 stars
    Super easy and quick! Perfect for a busy weeknight meal. Thank you for sharing!

  8. 5 stars
    Wow, this recipe is delish! So easy to make and my family loved it! 🙂

  9. User avatar neville.emard43 says:

    4 stars
    I was skeptical about the orzo, but it turned out good. Just needs a bit more seasoning.

  10. User avatar suspiciousCommentator says:

    5 stars
    This was so yummy! I added some chicken and it was a hit. Will make again!

  11. User avatar nick.hartmann says:

    3 stars
    This looks like something I could make, but I don’t like mushrooms. Can I use chicken?

    1. User avatar jermaine.trantow1978 says:

      3 stars
      But wait! Chicken isn’t in the original recipe, won’t that change the flavor? I say stick to the mushrooms or try tofu!

    2. User avatar demarcus.morissette says:

      5 stars
      You could totally swap out the mushrooms for chicken! Just cook it until it’s done before adding the other veggies. Sounds yum!

  12. User avatar Carlton Volkman III says:

    5 stars
    5 stars for the cheese on top! Cheese makes everything better! 🧀

    1. 5 stars
      Totally agree! Cheese really does make everything tastier. I added extra parmesan to mine! 🤤

  13. User avatar courtney.littel2021 says:

    5 stars
    Only took me 30 mins! Love it! 😍

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