Description
Savor the delightful blend of creamy orzo, fresh lemon, and aromatic garlic in this easy one-pot dish, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- Key Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Instructions
- 1. Sauté the Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 2. Cook the Orzo: Add orzo pasta to the pot and stir to coat with garlic. Pour in vegetable broth, lemon juice, and zest. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 3. Stir in the Cream: Once most of the liquid is absorbed, slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously until well combined.
- 4. Add Cheese and Season: Mix in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- 5. Finish with Freshness: Stir in chopped parsley just before serving.
- 6. Serve: Portion into bowls and top with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg