Black And White Beans With Orzo Recipe

Summary

Health IndexAverageCuisine
CourseMethod
Main IngredientHealthy

Ingredients

 Vegetable cooking spray
 Olive oil2 Teaspoon
 Onion3/4 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Garlic2 Teaspoon, minced
 Black beans1 Can (10oz), drained
 Navy beans1 Can (10oz), drained
 1 1/2 cups canned vegetable broth, undiluted and divided
 Water2 Cup (16 tbs), divided
 Ground cumin1/2 Teaspoon
 Orzo1 Cup (16 tbs), uncooked
 Curry powder2 Teaspoon
 Ground red pepper1/4 Teaspoon
 Zucchini1 Cup (16 tbs), diced
 1 cup cauliflower flowerets
 Green beans1 Cup (16 tbs), diced
 3/4 cup seeded, chopped plum tomato

Directions

Coat a large heavy skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat until hot.
Add olive oil, onion, and garlic; saute 3 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender.
Stir in black and navy beans, 1/2 cup vegetable broth, 1/2 cup water, and cumin.
Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 10 to 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring frequently.
Set aside, and keep warm.
Place remaining 1 cup vegetable broth and remaining 1 1/2 cups water in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil.
Add orzo, curry powder, and red pepper.
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 to 30 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and orzo is tender, stirring occasionally.
Set aside; keep warm.
Arrange zucchini, cauliflower, and green beans in a vegetable steamer over boiling water.
Cover and steam 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp-tender.
Combine orzo mixture and steamed vegetables; toss gently.
Spoon orzo mixture onto a platter; top with bean mixture, and sprinkle with tomato.
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