Orzo with Tomatoes, Basil, and Gorgonzola

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A vegetarian friend of mine gave me this recipe, and it's always a hit! Makes a great side dish or light meal.

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta

  • 1 red onion, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 ¼ cups vegetable broth

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 12 leaves fresh basil, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, or to taste

Directions

  1. Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the orzo pasta; cook and stir until the orzo has lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the onion, and cook until the onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add 1 clove of garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cover; simmer until the orzo is tender yet still a little firm to the bite, 12 to 14 minutes.

  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, 1/2 of the fresh basil, garlic, and remaining olive oil.

  3. Spoon the cooked orzo into a serving bowl. Top with tomato mixture, and sprinkle with Gorgonzola and remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

460 Calories
23g Fat
45g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 460
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 23g 30%
Saturated Fat 9g 46%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 575mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate 45g 17%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 17g 34%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 256mg 20%
Iron 2mg 12%
Potassium 288mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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