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 (180g) dry orzo pasta; ½ Tbsp (8ml) vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; ¼ cup (65g) tomato paste; ¼ cup (65g) vegan red pesto; 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1 cm cubes†; 1½ cups (250g) cooked cannellini beans; ¾ cup (180ml) water; ¼ cup (60ml) soy cooking cream; 1 Tbsp (2.5g) nutritional yeast flakes; ¾ tsp salt; ½ tsp ground black pepper; 1 cup (30g) croutons; ½ Tbsp (8ml) vegetable oil; 1 tsp (0.8g) Italian seasoning; fresh basil

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: Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:24:07 GMT