One Pot Pasta Orzo
A quick and easy one pot pasta orzo recipe that combines tender orzo pasta with fresh tomatoes, spinach, garlic, and Parmesan cheese for a flavorful and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup orzo pasta
2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes until they start to soften.
Add orzo pasta, vegetable broth, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add chopped spinach to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the orzo is tender.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Serve immediately.