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Summer Squash Pilaf

Whole grain orzo is a tiny pasta resembling rice. Try this lovely lemony dish with tender summer squash. Feel free to spice it up as you like.

Serves 1 | Active Time: 30 minutes | Total Time:
Step 1: Make the Pilaf
  • 1 1⁄2 cups whole-wheat orzo pasta (≈3 3⁄4 cups cooked)
  • 3 1⁄3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (divided)
  • 1 1⁄2 tablespoons dried dill (divided)
  • 3 yellow squash, sliced (≈3 cups)
  • 3 zucchini, sliced (≈3 cups)
  • 1 1⁄2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or more to taste)
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons onion granules
  • 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Sea salt to taste (optional)

Combine orzo, 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth and half the dill in a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until most of the liquid has been absorbed, about 15 minutes. Drain well.

PREPARE PRODUCE
Meanwhile, slice squash and zucchini. Juice lemon.

COOK VEGETABLES
Combine remaining 1⁄3 cup low-sodium vegetable broth, squash, zucchini, minced garlic, onion granules and remaining dill in a skillet over medium-high heat and simmer until tender.

ASSEMBLE & SERVE
Combine warm rice with squash-zucchini mixture in a bowl and toss to combine. Season with lemon juice, additional dill, salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.

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