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A vibrant serving of creamy golden orzo pasta garnished with fresh herbs, served on a rustic white plate with colorful vegetables in the background, styled casually with a natural daylight setting to highlight textures and inviting colors.

Easy Orzo Dinner The Ultimate Quick and Delicious Meal

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A quick and creamy orzo pasta dish that is both comforting and flavorful, perfect for an effortless dinner.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the orzo and cook for 2 minutes to lightly toast.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in cherry tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, serve warm.

Notes

  • Can be customized with grilled chicken or shrimp for added protein.
  • Use gluten-free orzo for a gluten-free version.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 380 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg