One Pot Orzo Primavera

olive oil

medium sized brown onion (, chopped)

garlic (, finely chopped)

head of broccoli cut into florets (, discard stem)

- ounces | 600-grams asparagus (, cut into 2-inch pieces (woody ends snapped off))

- ounces (250-grams) dry orzo pasta

low sodium vegetable broth ((or stock))

salt

frozen peas

fresh grated parmesan cheese

half and half ((or a reduced fat cream) - OPTIONAL)

freshly squeezed lemon juice

Salt and pepper ((extra) to taste if needed)

grape tomatoes ((or cherry tomatoes), halved)

Fresh parsley (, to serve)