Treat yourself with these hearty and healthy orzo recipes.

Orzo Recipes: 14 Healthy and Absolutely Delicious Dishes

Orzo, also known as risoni, is short-cut pasta from Italy that looks similar to rice and is often used as a rice substitute. Dishes like soups and salads are typically associated with orzo, but but there are other less common recipes out there. If you’re a fan of orzo and you’re bored of the same plates, then you need to check out these 14 unique, healthy and tasty dishes.

We’ve got everything from enchiladas and shrimp plates to soups and salads that are on another level.

1. Slow Cooker Enchilada Orzo

Slow Cooker Enchilada Orzo | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Damn Delicious**

If you’ve got a crock pot, you can easily whip up this creamy and flavorful enchilada orzo.

2. Orzo with Butternut Squash and Spinach

Orzo with Butternut Squash and Spinach | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Diet Taste**

Create a meal that is nutritious and a great source of energy! Luckily, this orzo dish with butternut squash and spinach fits the bill. It’s also really delicious, so there’s no reason why you shouldn’t love it.

3. Italian Orzo Tomato Spinach Soup

Italian Orzo Tomato Spinach Soup | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Little Spice Jar**

Packed full of veggies and incredible Italian seasonings, this orzo tomato spinach soup is 100% vegetarian-friendly and 1000% delicious.

4. Weight Watchers Orzo Salad with Vegetables

Weight Watchers Orzo Salad with Vegetables | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Simple Nourished Living**

Stay in shape with this simple orzo salad recipe. Quick to make and definitely refreshing to taste.

5. Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Damn Delicious**

A satisfying soup that tastes like everything you’re looking for when it comes to comfort foods: chunks of tender chicken, lemon zest, cooked carrots and orzo.

6. One-Pot Tex-Mex Orzo

One-Pot Tex-Mex Orzo | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Table For Two**

This orzo recipe is a great fusion of American and Mexican cuisine. Perfectly spiced with seasonings and bits of veggies. Guaranteed a must-try orzo dish!

7. Parmesan Orzo with Lemon and Thyme

Parmesan Orzo with Lemon and Thyme | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Love Grows Wild**

A delightful blend of lemon and thyme creates a taste you will never forget. Add parmesan on top and it’s perfection!

8. Shrimp & Veggie Orzo with Pesto Vinaigrette

Shrimp & Veggie Orzo with Pesto Vinaigrette | //homemaderecipes.com/cooking-102/healthy-recipes/orzo-recipes/ — image via **Creme de la Crumb**

Shrimp, chopped zucchini and yellow squash—along with orzo pasta—all tossed with a bright pesto vinaigrette makes this dish something you could only grab at a fancy restaurant.