Toasted Orzo with Peas and Parmesan
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this creamy, flavorful Toasted Orzo with Peas and Parmesan. This quick and easy one-pot recipe combines the nutty aroma of toasted orzo pasta with the sweet pop of tender peas, all brought together by a rich, velvety coating of parmesan cheese. Simmered in a savory chicken or vegetable stock and infused with garlic, this dish is the perfect balance of comforting and sophisticated. Ready in just 25 minutes with minimal prep, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of bright color and flavor, and serve as a satisfying vegetarian main or a versatile side dish. Perfect for fans of quick pasta recipes and one-pot meals, this dish is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2.5 cups Chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the orzo to the pan and stir constantly for 3-4 minutes, until the pasta turns golden brown and fragrant.
Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, being careful not to let it burn.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Stir in the frozen peas and let the mixture cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the peas are tender and the orzo has absorbed most of the liquid.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1409 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.5 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.7 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 4026 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 178.7 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 620 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
