Zesty Lime Orzo for Vegetarians

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Directions

Warm some olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in the garlic and orzo, stirring frequently until the pasta turns a nice golden color—this usually takes about 5 minutes. Next, add the zucchini and carrots, cooking everything together until the veggies start to soften, around 2 minutes. Pour in the tomatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, and fresh basil, then season with salt and pepper to your liking. Turn the heat down to medium, cover the pan, and let it simmer gently until most of the liquid is absorbed—about 10 minutes. Once that’s done, stir in the green onions, parsley, lime zest, and a squeeze of lime juice. Take it off the heat, let it cool just a bit, and serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan on top if you like.