How To Make One-Pot Tomato Orzo
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
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Add the orzo pasta to the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes, until slightly toasted.
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Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried basil, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the orzo is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
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Remove from heat and let the orzo sit for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork.
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Serve the tomato orzo hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
Nutrition
- Calories : 312kcal
- Total Fat : 6g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 398mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 53g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 9g
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