Description
A delicious creamy garlic parmesan orzo dish that is easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the orzo and stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste.
- This dish pairs well with grilled chicken or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy garlic parmesan orzo, orzo recipes, vegetarian pasta