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
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
3 cups vegetable broth
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften.
Add the orzo pasta and vegetable broth 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, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in the fresh baby spinach and cook for 2 more minutes until wilted.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
Serve immediately.