Carrot Orzo Recipe

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Carrot Orzo
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Directions:

  1. Process carrots in a food processor 15 seconds or until finely chopped.
  2. Combine 2 1/2 cups water and broth in a microwave-safe measuring cup.
  3. Microwave at HIGH for 5 minutes or until very hot.
  4. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  5. Add carrots and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until tender.
  6. Add orzo and garlic, and cook 1 minute.
  7. Slow stir hot broth mixture, salt, and pepper into orzo mixture.
  8. Cook, stirring often, 15-18 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  9. Stir in Parmesan cheese, chives, and thyme until blended.
  10. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 180.42 Kcal (755 kJ)
Calories from fat 103.61 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11.51g 18%
Cholesterol 25.41mg 8%
Sodium 811.71mg 34%
Potassium 228.49mg 5%
Total Carbs 12.08g 4%
Sugars 3.31g 13%
Dietary Fiber 1.82g 7%
Protein 7.1g 14%
Vitamin C 8.8mg 15%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 11%
Iron 0.2mg 1%
Calcium 160.4mg 16%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 92.34 Kcal (387 kJ)
Calories from fat 53.03 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.89g 18%
Cholesterol 13mg 8%
Sodium 415.45mg 34%
Potassium 116.95mg 5%
Total Carbs 6.18g 4%
Sugars 1.69g 13%
Dietary Fiber 0.93g 7%
Protein 3.63g 14%
Vitamin C 4.5mg 15%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 11%
Iron 0.1mg 1%
Calcium 82.1mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.2
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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