Best 6 Orzo Spicy Italian Veggie Sausage Medley Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant flavors and hearty goodness: orzo spicy Italian veggie sausage medley. This delectable dish is a harmonious blend of orzo pasta, succulent vegetables, and savory Italian veggie sausage, all simmering in a flavorful broth. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a comforting side, its spicy kick adding an extra layer of excitement. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, this dish promises an easy-to-follow recipe that will impress your family and friends. So, let's embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets to crafting the perfect orzo spicy Italian veggie sausage medley.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ORZO WITH SAUSAGE, PEPPERS AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 red bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper
1 pound orzo pasta
3 cups chicken stock
3 cups water
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
7 ounces (2 links) mild Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
1 clove garlic, minced
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup ricotta salata cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Using tongs, place the bell peppers over a gas flame. Cook, turning occasionally, until the skins are charred on all sides, about 5 to 6 minutes. (Alternatively, place the peppers on a baking sheet and broil for 5 to 8 minutes, until charred.) Place the charred peppers in a medium bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the peppers to steam for 20 minutes. Under running water, peel away the charred skin from the peppers. Pat the peppers dry with paper towels. Remove the stem and seeds from the peppers and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices. Set aside.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock, water, and kosher salt to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking: In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the turkey sausage and saute until cooked through, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the bell peppers, tomatoes, and red pepper flakes, if using, and cook until heated through, about 2 minutes.
  • Drain the pasta, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid, and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add the sausage mixture, 1 tablespoon of the parsley, and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Toss well to combine all ingredients, adding reserved cooking liquid, if needed, to loosen the pasta. Top with the ricotta salata and sprinkle with the remaining parsley. Serve.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE ORZO



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This light dish is perfect for any night of the week, and it looks as good as it tastes! If you have leftover sauteed mushrooms or other vegetables, toss them in as well. -Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups water
3 teaspoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon granules
1-1/2 cups uncooked whole wheat orzo pasta (about 8 ounces)
1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
1/2 cup chopped sweet onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 plum tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup chopped roasted sweet red pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water and bouillon to a boil. Stir in orzo; return to a boil. Cook until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Drain orzo, reserving 3/4 cup cooking liquid., In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and crumble sausage with onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, roasted pepper, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and orzo. Heat through over medium-low heat; stir in reserved cooking liquid to moisten if desired. Remove from heat; stir in basil and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 623mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

STOVETOP ORZO MEDLEY



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A burst of butter and a colorful array of vegetables make this pretty pasta side good enough for company. Use a blend of exotic mushrooms to make it extra special. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
2 shallots, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 pound fresh snow peas
1/2 pound assorted fresh mushrooms (such as portobello, button and/orshiitake), thinly sliced
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute shallots in oil for 2 minutes. Add peas and mushrooms; cook 3 minutes longer. Add pine nuts; cook and stir until vegetables are tender., Drain orzo; stir in the shallot mixture, butter, salt and pepper until blended. Sprinkle with red pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND ORZO SKILLET



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Here's a delicious Italian skillet dinner that features orzo, pork sausage, vegetables and Muir Glen™ tomatoes-ready in 40 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta (6.5 oz)
1 lb Italian pork sausage links, cut into 3/4-inch slices
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 oz green beans, cut in 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
3/4 cup yellow bell pepper strips
1/2 cup peeled baby carrots, cut in half lengthwise
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (3 oz)
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink and thoroughly cooked. Transfer to plate. In same skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add beans, bell peppers, carrots and salt; stir 1 minute to coat vegetables. Add water. Cover; reduce heat to low, and cook 5 to 6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  • Remove cover; stir in tomatoes, sausage and cooked pasta. Increase heat to medium; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until completely heated through. Garnish with cheese and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

ORZO & SPICY ITALIAN VEGGIE SAUSAGE MEDLEY



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This is a quick, easy, one-pot meal in which I used Yves Spicy Italian Veggie Sausages. I'm sure you could sub ordinary Italian sausage if you wanted.

Provided by ILuvRecipes

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

380 g spicy italian vegetarian sausages, Yves
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, diced
1 large carrot, julienned
1/2 green pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon sage
796 ml diced tomatoes
1 cup water
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
2 cups broccoli florets
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Slice sausages into 1/4 inch thick slices.
  • Heat oil in a large pot.
  • Add garlic, onion, carrot and green pepper. Saute for about 2 minutes.
  • Add sausage slices and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with sage and salt and pepper.
  • Stir in tomatoes and water and bring to a boil.
  • Stir in orzo and reduce heat to medium.
  • Simmer uncovered, stirring often till most of the liquid is absorbed - about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in broccoli and remove from heat. Cover and let stand till liquid is absorbed - 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Sprinkle each serving with Parmesan cheese, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.3, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 3.2, Sodium 1347.9, Carbohydrate 77.8, Fiber 9, Sugar 11.7, Protein 29.3

ROASTED VEGETABLE ORZO MEDLEY



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Got this recipe from my God-Sister on our trip to the beach. It's fabulous. The roasted vegetables gives it a savory taste like you worked all day on it. You can add any vegetable that you like. The mushrooms add something really special and hearty. You can also add sauted chicken or sausage to it. You can also add other spices as well. It looks like rice but it's pasta! I hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Provided by LadyMoore08

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package orzo pasta
2 medium zucchini
grape tomatoes
baby bella mushroom
1 medium sweet onion
1 medium red pepper
1 medium green pepper
1 medium yellow pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup Italian dressing
cajun seasoning
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • PreHeat Oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cut up all vegetables and place on baking sheet.
  • Pour Olive Oil and Italian dressing on vegetables (may use more to cover all).
  • Sprinkle veggies with salt and pepper and Cajun Seasoning.
  • Roast in oven until soft, usually 45 mins to an hour and 30 mins depending on your oven.
  • While veggies are roasting follow the package instructions to cook the Orzo and drain (I start by boiling my water, adding salt and Olive Oil to it, and then adding the Orzo - Doesn't take long to cook. No more than 10mins.)
  • When veggies are done remove them from the oven and let them sit to cool off for about 5 minutes.
  • Mix Orzo together with the roasted vegetables in casserole dish.
  • Serves well hot or cold.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start cooking, make sure to wash and chop all your vegetables, sausage, and herbs. This will save you time and keep your cooking organized.
  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven: This will give you plenty of room to cook all the ingredients without overcrowding them.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: If you add too many ingredients at once, they won't cook evenly. Cook the vegetables in batches if necessary.
  • Season the dish to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of yogurt to brighten up the flavors.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served hot, so make sure to serve it as soon as it's finished cooking.

Conclusion:

This orzo spicy Italian veggie sausage medley is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor from the spicy Italian sausage, vegetables, and herbs. The orzo cooks up quickly and makes a hearty and satisfying meal. Plus, it's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!

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