Easy Side Dishes: Delicious Parmesan Garlic Orzo Recipe to Try
Learn how to make a delightful Parmesan Garlic Orzo that pairs perfectly with any meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Drain the orzo and add it to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper, mixing until well combined and creamy.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add a bit of pasta water to the orzo before serving.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Easy SIDE DISHES, Parmesan Garlic Orzo