Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo in boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add cooked orzo to the skillet, mixing well to combine.
- Remove from heat and stir in chopped basil and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve immediately with additional basil or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or shrimp.
- Use fresh herbs for best flavor.
- Can be prepared ahead and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing, Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 15mg