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Orzo and Broccoli Risotto recipe is a Italian Dinner meal that takes 20 minutes to make. If you enjoy Italian for Dinner, you will like Orzo and Broccoli Risotto!

Orzo and Broccoli Risotto

Orzo and Broccoli Risotto Recipe
Orzo and Broccoli Risotto

Creamy in Texture and rich in flavour. Vegetarian but is excellent with some chicken! Borrowed from Weight Watchers "Dining for Two" cook book. The amount made for 2, is actually plenty for 3 or possibly even 4 people.

What Course Is Orzo and Broccoli Risotto?

Orzo and Broccoli Risotto is for Dinner.


How Long Does Orzo and Broccoli Risotto Recipe Take To Prepare?

Orzo and Broccoli Risotto takes 15 minutes to prepare.


How Long Does Orzo and Broccoli Risotto Recipe Take To Cook?

Orzo and Broccoli Risotto takes 20 minutes to cook.


How Many Servings Does Orzo and Broccoli Risotto Recipe Make?

Orzo and Broccoli Risotto makes 2 servings.


What Are The Ingredients For Orzo and Broccoli Risotto Recipe?

The ingredients for Orzo and Broccoli Risotto are:

1 (14 oz) can reduced sodium vegetable broth
1 cup Water
1 t. olive oil
1/4 c. Coarsely shredded carrot
2 large garlic cloves (i actually use about 3 or 4. do to taste)
1 c Orzo
1/2 (10-oz) package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and Patted dry
3 T. fat free half-and-half
3 T. freshly grated Parmesan Cheese


How Do I Make Orzo and Broccoli Risotto?

Here is how you make Orzo and Broccoli Risotto:

1. Bring the broth and water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce the heat and keep at a simmer.2. Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the carrot and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until the carrot is bright orange and garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the orzo and cook, stirring, until it is lightly toasted, about 2 minutes.3. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add 1/2 cup of the broth mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until it is absorbed before adding more. Cooked until the pasta just slightly firm, adding the broccoli when you add the last addition of the broth.4. Stir in the half-and-half; heat 1 minute. Stir in the cheese. Spoon into shallow bowls and serve at once. Number of Servings: 2Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JENNIAUN.


What's The Nutritional Info For Orzo and Broccoli Risotto?

The nutritional information for Orzo and Broccoli Risotto is:

  • Servings Per Recipe: 2
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 456.3
  • Total Fat: 8.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 11.0 mg
  • Sodium: 819.8 mg
  • Total Carbs: 74.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 6.6 g
  • Protein: 19.0 g

What Type Of Cuisine Is Orzo and Broccoli Risotto?

Orzo and Broccoli Risotto is Italian cuisine.


What Dietary Needs Does Orzo and Broccoli Risotto Meet?

The dietary needs meet for Orzo and Broccoli Risotto is Vegetarian


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