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Lemon Garlic Eggplant Mushroom Orzo in a skillet with fresh basil.
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Lemon Garlic Eggplant Mushroom Orzo

This Lemon Garlic Eggplant Mushroom Orzo recipe is one of the BEST for summer! Made with eggplant, savory mushrooms, fresh garlic, delicious orzo pasta, and a bright touch of lemon, you can't beat the flavors in this recipe. Garnish with fresh basil for an easy, one-skillet vegetarian weeknight dinner the entire family will love!
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Diet Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 476kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup olive oil, divided
  • 10 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 mediume eggplant
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • salt/pepper to taste
  • 8 oz. orzo pasta about 1 1/3 cup dry
  • 2 2/3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 medium lemon juiced
  • 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil or 1 Tbsp dried
  • 2 Tbsp crushed pistachios optional

Instructions

  • In a skillet, cook the mushrooms in 1 Tbsp of the oil for 7-10 min.
  • While the mushrooms are cooking, peel, cube, and remove eggplant seeds.
  • Let the cubed eggplant soak in the remaining oil and garlic, salt, and pepper for a at least a few minutes.
  • Set the cooked mushrooms aside.
  • Cook the soaked eggplant for about 10 min, or until soft.
  • Set the eggplant aside with the mushrooms.
  • Add the dry orzo and broth to the skillet.
  • Stir and bring to a boil.
  • Lower to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add in the lemon juice and tomato halves.
  • Add the mushrooms and eggplant back in.
  • Mix everything together until the dish is evenly warm.
  • Top with grated parmesan, fresh basil, and crushed pistachios (optional).
  • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Easily make this recipe vegan and dairy-free by using vegetable broth and vegan parmesan (or omitting the cheese completely).

Nutrition

Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 776mg | Potassium: 814mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 391IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 195mg | Iron: 2mg