Slow Cooker: Vegetarian Orzo Casserole

Servings: 8
Calories per serving: 140
Prep time: 30 mins
Cook time: 2.5 hours

My vegetarian orzo casserole is a simple low-calorie meal that packs a punch. Flavored with paprika and oregano, you’ll be eating your daily recommended vegetables without realizing it. It will keep you warm in the winter and feeling fit and healthy in the summer. Make it part of your go-to recipes.

Ingredients

• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 2 cups of chopped onions
• 3 large bell peppers
• 14 celery sticks
• 2 cups of shredded carrots
• 1 cubed zucchini
• 3 cups of sliced mushrooms
• 4 oz of orzo
• 3 tbsp of tomato puree
• 28 oz of diced canned tomatoes
• 4 cups of turkey bouillon
• 4 tbsp of paprika
• 3 tbsp of whole oregano

Method

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1. Chop all the vegetables to the desired size
2. Mix all the ingredients, except the orzo, and cook for 2 hours in the slow cooker
3. Add in the orzo and cook for a further 30 minutes
4. Serve

Serving Suggestions

Vegetarian Orzo casserole is a dish that can be the main component or be a side dish. The orzo component is minimal, so it can be served with another starch such as potatoes or rice (shown above). If you are looking for greater protein, this would be delightful with chicken, tofu, or a meatier fish.

Nutrition: Per Serving

calories	fat	saturates	cholesterol	sodium	carbs	fiber	sugar	protein
140	0.7 g	0.1 g	0.6 mg	321.8 mg	27.7 g	4.1 g	11.6 g	4.7 g

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