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Sheri

One-Pot Pesto Orzo with Green Beans, Bell Pepper, and Zucchini

Looking for an easy, one-pot meal that is both healthy and delicious? Look no further than this Pesto Orzo with Green Beans, Bell Pepper, and Zucchini.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 103
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • ½ pound green beans trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ red bell pepper diced
  • ½ zucchini diced
  • ¼ cup pesto
  • ½ cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • Chicken broth as needed
  • Parmesan cheese for topping (optional)

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

  1. Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. If you are using a pressure cooker set it to SAUTE.
  2. Add the green beans, bell pepper, and zucchini. Sauté for about 2 minutes.
  3. Add the orzo and pesto: Stir in the orzo and pesto until everything is evenly mixed and the orzo is fully coated with pesto.
  4. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil: Pour in enough chicken broth to cover the orzo and vegetables.
  5. Bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about ten minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the orzo is done.
  6. Top with Parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper, if desired. Enjoy!