Eggplant Pesto Orzo

Name: Eggplant Pesto Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup orzo pasta; ½ Tbsp vegetable oil; 1 medium onion; ¼ cup tomato paste; ¼ cup vegan red pesto; 1 medium eggplant; 1½ cup cooked cannellini beans; ¾ cup water; ¼ cup soy cooking cream; 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast flakes; ¾ tsp salt; ⅛ tsp ground black pepper; 1 cup croutons; Italian seasoning

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

This creamy eggplant pesto orzo is an easy, flavorful dish that’s super simple to make. The tender orzo pasta is paired with sautéed eggplant and vegan red pesto, creating a rich and savoury base. Topped with crunchy toasted croutons (optional, but they add a delightful crunch), this meal strikes the perfect balance between creamy and crispy textures. It’s a comforting, satisfying, and budget-friendly vegan recipe, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner

Updated at: Sun, 24 Aug 2025 01:27:33 GMT