Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften slightly, about 3 minutes.
- Mix in cooked orzo and toss to combine well.
- Garnish with chopped basil and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- You can add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg