Best Orzo Dinner Recipe: Easy, Delicious, and Quick!
A quick and easy orzo dinner recipe that is both delicious and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add bell pepper and zucchini, cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo and vegetable broth, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Add cherry tomatoes and Italian seasoning, stir well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add cooked chicken or shrimp.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg