Description
Garlic Butter Mushroom Orzo is a delicious and creamy dish that combines the rich flavors of garlic and butter with tender mushrooms and orzo pasta, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a separate skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, sautéing until the mushrooms are tender.
- Drain the cooked orzo and add it to the skillet with the mushrooms.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with olive oil and omit Parmesan cheese.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be served as a main course or a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg