Pearl Barley Orzotto
Pearl Barley Orzotto - creamy comfort food to feel good | Photo: Alina Wohldorf
Healthy, because
Even smarter
Peas shine with lots of B vitamins. Niacin contains and supports energy metabolism. Abundant vitamin C in the peas also protects our cells from free radicals through the antioxidant effect. Those who do not tolerate legumes well, do not have to do without the Orzotto - because compared to chickpeas, peas are easy to digest.
Orzotto makes a great Meal Prep dish and is perfect to take to the office for lunch. It will keep in the refrigerator for two to three days. If you don't like feta, you can also make the recipe with parmesan.
Preparation steps
Peel and finely dice onion and garlic. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a saucepan and sauté onion and garlic over medium heat for approx. 3 minutes.
Add orzo pasta and deglaze with vegetable broth. Cook over low heat for about 10 minutes until the pasta has completely absorbed the water. Stir again and again during this process.
Crumble feta, add to pot along with peas and cook for about 5 minutes. Wash basil, shake dry, chop coarsely and also add to the pot.
Meanwhile, clean, wash and halve the tomatoes. Heat remaining olive oil in a pan and sauté tomatoes briefly with salt and pepper.
Divide orzotto on plates, garnish with tomatoes and some basil and serve.
