Easy Side Dishes: Irresistible Parmesan Garlic Orzo Recipe
Delicious and easy to prepare, this Parmesan Garlic Orzo makes a perfect side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic oil.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, consider adding a splash of cream.
- You can substitute the orzo with other small pasta shapes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
Keywords: Easy SIDE DISHES, Parmesan Garlic Orzo