gluten free orzo

Rice pilaf with orzo is loaded with fresh veggies, sweet cranberries, and plenty of fresh herbs for a holiday-inspired dish that’s so good you’ll be making it all year long! Stovetop Option. Vegan Friendly. 

Instant Pot Rice Pilaf with Orzo (Gluten Free)

yellow onion onion

celery celery ribs

carrot carrot

garlic garlic cloves

DeLallo Gluten-Free Corn & Rice Orzo

white rice

cranberries *

broth (chicken

thyme thyme

Kosher Salt

almonds,

Granny Smith apple, chopped

Tablespoons curly parsley

pomegranate arils, optional

lemon juice

salt

black pepper

Heat a 4-quart Instant Pot using the SAUTE mode. Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Saute the onion, celery, and carrot for several minutes, stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender.

Add garlic, orzo, and white rice to Instant Pot and saute an additional 2-3 minutes until rice is slightly toasted. Turn saute off and add cranberries, broth, thyme and a pinch of salt.

Lock the Instant Pot lid and set the vent to closed. Select MANUAL mode and cook rice on high pressure for 3 minutes then allow a natural release for 10-12 minutes.

Unlock the Instant Pot lid and discard thyme sprigs. Fluff pilaf with a fork and toss in the toasted almonds, apple, parsley, and pomegranate arils (optional). Sprinkle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Instant Pot Directions:

Heat a medium-sized saucepan (or dutch oven) over high heat. Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Saute the onion, celery, and carrot for several minutes, stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender.

Add garlic, orzo, and white rice to the pan and saute an additional 2-3 minutes until rice is slightly toasted. Turn off the heat and add cranberries, broth, thyme and a pinch of salt.

Bring to a boil. Then turn down the heat, cover the saucepan with a lid, and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and discard the thyme sprigs. Fluff pilaf with a fork and toss in the toasted almonds, apple, parsley, and pomegranate arils (optional). Sprinkle with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Stovetop Directions: 

This Mediterranean orzo salad combines al dente orzo (optionally gluten-free) with fresh, crunchy vegetables, and a bright lemon vinaigrette for a low-fuss, healthy, super simple summery pasta salad - perfect for potlucks, picnics, BBQs, and mid-week meals!

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

orzo ((I used gluten-free red lentil orzo))

onion (diced)

cherry tomatoes (halved)

cucumber (chopped)

bell pepper (diced)

white beans (cooked/canned

olives (halved)

Lemon Vinaigrette

You can watch the video in the post for visual instructions.First, cook the orzo following the package directions minus 1-2 minutes, until al dente. Then, drain the pasta and leave it to cool.Use vegetable stock/ bouillon when cooking the orzo pasta for more flavor.

Meanwhile, prepare all the vegetables. To do so, rinse and dice them into similar bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the lemon vinaigrette by combining all the ingredients in a small bowl - whisk (or blend) well.

Finally, assemble the orzo salad by combining all the ingredients in a large bowl/ serving dish. Pour over the dressing, and toss to combine, then enjoy!

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