Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the orzo pasta and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add more butter or cream.
- Try adding vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg