Lemon Parmesan Creamy Orzo
Servings 4
Calories 425kcal
Ingredients
- 300 g (10oz) orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp chilli flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon zest and juice
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil then add your orzo and allow to cook until al dente.
- Sauté chopped onion in a splash of olive oil in a large, deep frying pan set over medium-high heat.
- Once soft and translucent, add the garlic, oregano and chilli flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in the cream and allow to reduce for 5 minutes then add lemon zest, lemon juice, grated Parmesan, salt and pepper.
- Drain the orzo then add to the pan, stirring to coat in the sauce. Serve with extra grated Parmesan cheese.
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Nutrition
Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 713IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 2mg
