Description
Winter Veggie Parmesan Orzo is a cozy, creamy dish that combines tender orzo pasta with colorful winter vegetables and rich Parmesan cheese. This recipe is perfect for chilly evenings, effortlessly transforming simple ingredients into a comforting meal that delights the senses. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for both intimate dinners and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed winter vegetables (carrots, Brussels sprouts, kale)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping winter vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add chopped vegetables to the skillet and cook until tender.
- Stir in orzo pasta and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes until orzo absorbs most of the liquid.
- Remove from heat; stir in grated Parmesan, herbs, and lemon juice until creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg