Description
Marry Me Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines orzo pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, creating a delightful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant.
- Stir in the orzo and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is cooked, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a vegan substitute.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- 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: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg