Cheesy Asparagus Orzotto: A Comforting Easy Dinner Delight
A creamy and delicious dish featuring orzo pasta and fresh asparagus, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into pieces
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add garlic and asparagus, cooking until asparagus is tender.
- Stir in the orzo and vegetable broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is cooked and the liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a splash of white wine when sautéing the onions.
- Feel free to substitute asparagus with other vegetables like peas or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cheesy Asparagus Orzotto, easy dinner, comfort food