Easy Side Dishes: Indulge in Parmesan Garlic Orzo Tonight
A delicious and easy side dish that complements any meal, featuring orzo pasta with garlic and Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats and seafood.
- For added flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: easy side dishes, orzo, garlic, parmesan