\t\t\t Though it might look like rice, orzo is a pastina, a tiny pasta that can be served alone or used in soups and salads.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7895,"featured_media":1947645,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false,"footnotes":""},"tags":[305271,305334,306848,305353,305369,307541,307514],"categories-v2":[309216,309337,309603,309362,309377,310518,310497],"coauthors":[341687],"acf":{"long_pin_file":false,"ncv_override_generic_settings_option":false,"ncv_autoplay_option":"","ncv_stickyplay_option":"","ncv_ads_option":"","ncv_mute_option":"","ncv_comscore_option":"","ncv_autoplay_mobile_option":"","ncv_viewable_threshold_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_option":"","ncv_autopause_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_mobile_option":"","ncv_autopause_mobile_option":"","ncv_sticky_mobile_option":"","ncv_remove_player_option":false,"ncv_moat_option":"","long_pin":""},"yoast_head":"\n Go to Recipe<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/a><\/div>Lemon Orzo Salad<\/a>This bright lemon orzo salad recipe is just the thing you\u2019ll want to have on hand when you\u2019re in need of a quick meal or a light side dish everyone will love.
<\/a><\/div>Greek Tomato Soup with Orzo<\/a>My recipe for manestra, which means orzo in Greek, is effortless and very easy to make. You need only a few steps to transform simple ingredients into a creamy one-pot wonder. \u2014Kiki Vagianos, Melrose, Massachusetts
<\/a><\/div>Mediterranean Shrimp Salad in a Jar<\/a>This Greek salad to go is packed with so much freshness, it instantly brightens up your day. Just layer it all in a jar and pack it up\u2014then serve and enjoy. \u2014Taste Recipes<\/I> Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
<\/a><\/div>Lemon Chicken with Orzo<\/a>Here's a dish that's light and summery but still filling. My kids love all the veggies...for real! If you like a lot of lemon, stir in an extra splash of lemon juice just before serving. \u2014Shannon Humphrey, Hampton, Virginia. If you like this, you must try Ina Garten\u2019s chicken in a pot with orzo<\/a> recipe.
<\/a><\/div>Orzo with Spinach<\/a>Add color and flavor to your plate with creamy orzo with spinach. This dish is a balance of comfort and sophistication, perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in.
<\/a><\/div>Spinach-Orzo Salad with Chickpeas<\/a>The first version of this salad was an experiment in mixing together some random ingredients I had on hand. It was a success, and several people at the party asked for the recipe\u2014which meant I had to re-create it! It's healthy, delicious and perfect for warm-weather days. \u2014Glen White, Kissimmee, Florida
<\/a><\/div>Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup<\/a>Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is an excellent choice for when you want something that's satisfying but not too heavy. A little lemon zest and juice go a long way in this take on a Mediterranean favorite.
<\/a><\/div>Pressure-Cooker Italian Shrimp \u2018n\u2019 Pasta<\/a>This dish will remind you a bit of classic shrimp Creole, but it has a surprise Italian twist. Pressure cooking gives it hands-off ease\u2014perfect for company. \u2014Karen Edwards, Sanford, Maine
<\/a><\/div>Summer Orzo Salad<\/a>I\u2019m always looking for fun ways to use the fresh veggies that come in my Community Supported Agriculture box, and this summer orzo salad is one of my favorite creations. I like to improvise with whatever I have on hand, so feel free to do the same here! \u2014Shayna Marmar, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
<\/a><\/div>Orzo-Tuna Salad with Tomatoes<\/a>Stuffed tomatoes provide endless options when you add meat, cheese, rice, veggies\u2014or in this case, orzo. \u2014 Jenni Dise, Phoenix, Arizona
<\/a><\/div>Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Orzo<\/a>Broccoli and rice casserole tops my family's comfort food list, but when we need something fast, this is the stuff. Chicken and veggie orzo cooked on the stovetop speeds everything up. \u2014Mary Shivers, Ada, Oklahoma
<\/a><\/div>Lemon-Olive Chicken with Orzo<\/a>This quick skillet recipe is a healthy all-in-one meal. I just add a tossed salad for a menu the entire family loves. \u2014Nancy Brown, Dahinda, Illinois
<\/a><\/div>Sausage Orzo<\/a>Sausage and pasta sounds like a rich dish, but using whole wheat orzo and turkey sausage helps lighten it up. This sausage and orzo recipe bursts with summery flavor thanks to the addition of fresh tomato and basil.
<\/a><\/div>Dill Chicken Soup<\/a>I could eat soup for every meal of the day, all year long. I particularly like dill and spinach\u2014they add a brightness to this light and healthy soup. \u2014Robin Haas, Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts
<\/a><\/div>Pork and Orzo<\/a>Take a trip to a waterfront locale with protein-rich, health-minded Mediterranean pork and orzo. Tomatoes, spinach and feta add bright punches of color to the meat and pasta.
<\/a><\/div>Grilled Jerk Shrimp Orzo Salad<\/a>The heat, seasonings and appearance of this colorful main-dish salad are perfect for summer\u2014or any time of year that you want to summon memories of sunshine. \u2014Eileen Budnyk, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
<\/a><\/div>Chicken and Orzo Skillet<\/a>Here\u2019s a perfect one-skillet supper that\u2019s colorful, healthy, filling and definitely special! Our taste testers loved the blend of spices, the touch of heat and the sophisticated flavor. \u2014Kellie Mulleavy, Lambertville, Michigan
<\/a><\/div>Italian Chicken Soup<\/a>This satisfying soup gets its Italian flair from fennel, thyme, basil and orzo pasta. If you don't start with a low-sodium or sodium-free stock, you might want to decrease the amount of salt called for in the recipe. \u2014Taste Recipes<\/em> Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
<\/a><\/div>Lemon Parmesan Orzo<\/a>A splash of lemon and a shower of chopped parsley make this orzo one of my family's most requested springtime sides. It's fantastic with chicken, pork and fish, or you can eat it on its own as a light lunch. \u2014Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts
<\/a><\/div>Shrimp with Orzo and Feta<\/a>Shrimp with orzo and feta is light, fresh and ready in 30 minutes. With juicy tomatoes, garlic, lemon and fresh herbs, this Mediterranean-inspired meal is a must-make.
<\/a><\/div>Summertime Orzo & Chicken<\/a>This easy-as-can-be main dish is likely to become a summer staple at your house. It\u2019s that good! If you prefer, grill the chicken breasts instead of cooking in a skillet. \u2014Fran MacMillan, West Melbourne, Florida
<\/a><\/div>Greek-Style Stuffed Acorn Squash<\/a>With a truckload of acorn squash in my pantry, I wanted to make stuffed squash in lots of different ways. A bottle of Greek seasoning got my creativity flowing. \u2014Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
<\/a><\/div>Greek Orzo Salad<\/a>This tart, refreshing salad is a big hit in my home. All the tasty toppings\u2014including red onions, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese and a zesty dressing\u2014give it extra interest. \u2014Judy Roberts, Las Vegas, Nevada
<\/a><\/div>Roasted Veggie Orzo<\/a>My sister inspired this recipe. I added a few more spices, but the concept is hers. It's easy to vary, is a great way to add veggies to your diet and the olive oil is heart healthy. \u2014Jackie Termont, Richmond, Virginia
<\/a><\/div>Garlic Shrimp & Orzo Salad<\/a>I enjoy cold pasta salads and rice salads, so I decided to make one with orzo, a rice-shaped pasta. Feel free to add other favorite veggies\u2014like asparagus and green beans\u2014and serve with rolls or pita bread. \u2014Valonda Seward, Coarsegold, California
<\/a><\/div>Lemon Mushroom Orzo<\/a>Sometimes I serve this side dish chilled and other times we enjoy it hot. \r\nIt has a pleasant tinge of lemon and a nice crunch from pecans.\r\n\u2014Shelly Nelson, Akeley, Minnesota
<\/a><\/div>Grecian Chicken<\/a>The caper, tomato and olive flavors will whisk you away to the Greek isles. This easy skillet dish is perfect for hectic weeknights. \u2014Jan Marler, Murchison, Texas
<\/a><\/div>Orzo with Spinach and Pine Nuts<\/a>I have shared this salad many times with the teachers at my school. They enjoy it so much that they ask me to bring it in. It's best to put the tomatoes on the salad just before serving so they won't wilt from the heat and moisture. In my opinion, the dish would not be as delectable if you substitute another vinegar for the balsamic vinegar. \u2014Kate Whitehead, Lindenhurst, Illinois
<\/a><\/div>White Bean Soup with Escarole<\/a>This escarole and bean soup recipe is tasty enough to make everyone forget how healthy it is. Better yet, it's quick and easy.
Orzo-Stuffed Peppers<\/a><\/h2>\r\nPacked with orzo, Italian sausage and summer flavors, these stuffed peppers make a fun, fast-fixing meal. Get colorful with green, orange, red or yellow peppers. Use more or less pepper flakes to adjust the level of heat to your liking! \u2014Kelly Evans, Kalamazoo, Michigan\r\n
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Lemon Orzo Salad<\/a><\/h2>This bright lemon orzo salad recipe is just the thing you\u2019ll want to have on hand when you\u2019re in need of a quick meal or a light side dish everyone will love.
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Greek Tomato Soup with Orzo<\/a><\/h2>My recipe for manestra, which means orzo in Greek, is effortless and very easy to make. You need only a few steps to transform simple ingredients into a creamy one-pot wonder. \u2014Kiki Vagianos, Melrose, Massachusetts
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Mediterranean Shrimp Salad in a Jar<\/a><\/h2>This Greek salad to go is packed with so much freshness, it instantly brightens up your day. Just layer it all in a jar and pack it up\u2014then serve and enjoy. \u2014Taste Recipes<\/I> Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Lemon Chicken with Orzo<\/a><\/h2>Here's a dish that's light and summery but still filling. My kids love all the veggies...for real! If you like a lot of lemon, stir in an extra splash of lemon juice just before serving. \u2014Shannon Humphrey, Hampton, Virginia. If you like this, you must try Ina Garten\u2019s chicken in a pot with orzo<\/a> recipe.