Description
A quick and easy one pot pasta orzo recipe that combines tender orzo pasta with savory vegetables and herbs, all cooked together in a single pot for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium carrot, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 cup orzo pasta
3 cups vegetable broth
1 cup canned diced tomatoes, with juices
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the orzo pasta to the pot and stir to coat it with the oil and vegetables.
Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes with their juices.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
Simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes