Ingredients

  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 12 ounces asparagus, thawed, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 large roasted red peppers, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons margarine (Earth Balance)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • garlic salt, to taste
  • basil, to taste
  • thyme, to taste
  • oregano, to taste
  • salt and black pepper, to taste

Method

  • Cook orzo according to package directions.
  • Heat skillet over medium heat.
  • Spray with non stick cooking spray.
  • Add Earth Balance margarine and garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add chopped roasted red peppers and spices to taste.
  • Reduce heat to low, add chopped asparagus and stir to coat.
  • Drain orzo, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta cooking liquid.
  • Add orzo to skillet, and gently mix, adding pasta water as needed.