Orzo with Zucchini and Tomato

Orzo with Zucchini and Tomato is a quick and easy side dish that goes great with chicken, pork chops, or double the portion and enjoy it as a main dish.

⏱️ 20 min 🔪 Prep: 5 min 🔥 Cook: 15 min 📊 Easy 👁️ 15 views
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Orzo with Zucchini and TomatoFoto: Skinnytaste

Ingredients

4 servings
  • 5 oz uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1/2 large zucchini (1/4-inch dice (5 ounces total))
  • 1 small plum or Campari tomato (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (smashed and finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt and fresh pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh grated Parmesan or Pecorino

Steps

  1. Cook pasta in large pot of salted water as directed for al dente.

  2. Reserve about 1/2 cup liquid before draining. Drain orzo in a colander and add the oil to the pot.

  3. Saute garlic 1 minute, until fragrant, add the zucchini and tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and mix well. Cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.

  4. Add the cooked orzo and stir to combine all. Add some of the reserved liquid as needed so pasta isn't dry.

  5. Add freshly grated cheese and stir.

Nutrition Facts

Macronutrients

Calories144
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Source: Skinnytaste

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