Orzo Pasta with Zucchini & Tomato

Loaded with flavor, our Orzo Pasta with Zucchini & Tomato will make a delicious meal that is cooked in a matter of minutes. All you’ll need is one skillet, a few vegetables, orzo pasta, and 30 minutes to get this to the table!

Do you love Orzo? Then try this orzo pasta dish with zucchini and tomatoes. It is delightfully creamy, and loaded with a ton of flavor! My family was craving something with orzo for dinner, so I decided to make it with fresh vegetables. And, it is Delish!

The best part? It’s all done in one skillet, making dinner not only quick and easy, but the clean-up too! An ideal meal for busy nights. If you love orzo, then try our Orzo Radishes and Cucumber Salad, and our Best Orzo Salad with Spinach. Plus, don’t miss our favorite Lemon Orzo Soup – it’s the best!

Overview: What Ingredients You Will Need:

• Olive Oil: You will need some extra virgin olive oil to sauté the vegetables in the skillet.
• Vegetables: You will need an onion, some garlic cloves, 3 small or medium-sized zucchini, and only a handful of cherry tomatoes, about 10.
• Herbs: Choose fresh basil or fresh parsley for this recipe. I prefer basil and at times, we like to add both herbs for more flavor.
• Liquid: Choose organic vegetable broth, and you will need some water as well.
• Seasonings: Some salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh cracked black pepper.
• Grated Cheese: Choose a good quality of pecorino cheese for the best flavor.
• Pasta: Choose any orzo pasta (or gluten-free orzo) for a tender, creamy texture with this dish.

How To Make Orzo Pasta with Zucchini & Tomato

Our full printable recipe and video are at the bottom of this page. But let’s walk through the steps so you can easily understand how to make this dish.

1. Prep The Vegetables: First, prep all the vegetables for this recipe. Dice the onion and garlic, then quarter the zucchini and slice the tomatoes. The full recipe card and video are at the bottom of this page.

2. Sauté In Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large 12-inch skillet, and on medium-high heat. Toss in the diced onion and cook until softened. Toss in the garlic, then zucchini, tomatoes, and basil, along with all the seasonings.

3. Add the Liquid: Pour in the liquid, the broth, and water, bring to a full boil, and add the orzo pasta.

4. Cook the Pasta: Simmer until the orzo is cooked to an al-dente texture. Toss in the fresh basil, and grated cheese. Stir to combine. Taste, and adjust the seasonings if needed. Then serve.

WATCH VIDEO! How to make Orzo Pasta with Zucchini & Tomato? (1 minute)

Storing and Freezing:

• Store any leftovers in an air-tight container and keep it chilled in your refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

• If you prefer to freeze the leftovers, you can. It will freeze well but for up to one month. It’s best to label your containers with a date to keep track of how long they have been frozen. After that, discard it and make it fresh again.

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