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Vegan Orzo Recipe

Vegan Orzo Recipe! Easy, Healthy, and Full of Flavor

Vegan orzo is a quick, comforting plant-based pasta dish made with small orzo pasta, vegetables, and vegetable broth. It becomes naturally creamy without dairy and is perfect for busy weeknights. This flexible recipe works as a stovetop meal, risotto-style dinner, or baked one-pan dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: lunch dinner soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dry orzo
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • ½ onion (chopped)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup spinach or kale
  • ½ cup mushrooms
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes
  • ½ zucchini (chopped)

Equipment

  • 1 Medium saucepan or skillet
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in dry orzo and toast lightly for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to simmer.
  5. Cook 8–10 minutes, stirring often, until tender.
  6. Add vegetables and cook until soft.
  7. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  8. Stir in optional protein or nutritional yeast and serve warm.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve as the main meal
  • Pair with roasted vegetables
  • Add a side salad
  • Top with fresh herbs

Storage & Meal Prep

  • Refrigerate up to 4 days
  • Add a splash of broth when reheating
  • Freeze up to 2 months (texture may soften slightly)

Notes & Tips

  • Stir often to prevent sticking
  • Add leafy greens at the end
  • Do not overcook orzo (it becomes mushy)
  • Add beans or tofu for higher protein