Zucchini blossoms soften into creamy orzo in this Italian summer pan with lemon and parmesan.
10 min prep 16 min cook
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Turn the orzo pasta in olive oil for 2 minutes, until glossy.
Add one-third of the vegetable stock and stir.
Add the remaining vegetable stock little by little and cook the orzo for 12 minutes.
Cut the zucchini blossoms into strips and add them to the orzo during the last 2 minutes.
Add the parmesan and lemon zest, making sure the blossoms do not overcook and lose color.
Rest the orzo for 3 minutes, then serve hot.
💡 Tip: Adding zucchini blossoms at the last minute protects their delicate texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with lemon zest and parmesan.
~345
kcal calories
12
g protein
54
g carbs
10
g fat
2.2g
Sugar
1g
Fiber
1173.5mg
Sodium
5.5g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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