Zesty Orzo Pasta with Creamy Ricotta: A Culinary Delight
This zesty orzo pasta is bursting with flavor and comes together in under 30 minutes! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a potluck.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package directions.
- While orzo is cooking, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Drain orzo and add it to the bowl with the dressing.
- Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. You can also add other vegetables, such as cherry tomatoes, spinach, or artichoke hearts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: orzo, pasta, lemon, parmesan, vegetarian, quick, easy
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