Tag: orzo alternatives for cooking

The article discusses substitutes for orzo pasta. Orzo is a small rice-shaped pasta made from semolina flour. It is not gluten-free and is versatile, commonly used in salads, soups, and hot side dishes. The article lists 15 substitutes for orzo pasta, including ditalini pasta, stelline pasta, small elbow macaroni, broken spaghetti, couscous, quinoa, arborio rice, and fregola. These substitutes have similar taste and texture to orzo and can be used in various dishes. Some of the substitutes are low in carbs and considered healthier options. Additionally, orzo can be substituted for arborio rice in risotto. There are also gluten-free alternatives available such as quinoa, rice, cauliflower rice, and gluten-free small pastas. The article mentions a recipe for a perfect orzo salad, a dish called Chicken with Orzo and Sun Dried Tomatoes, and a Caprese Pesto Orzo Salad recipe. The author mentions having trouble finding gluten-free orzo in their regular grocery store.