Cheesy Parmesan Orzo with Peas
Creamy, cozy and ready in 20 minutes. A great side or a meatless main for little ones. Serves 4.
Diet swaps
- Gluten-free: Use gluten-free pasta.
- Dairy-free: Use olive oil or dairy-free butter instead of butter. Leave off the cheese or use a dairy-free cheese.
- Vegetarian or pescatarian: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Check labels on packaged foods if you have an allergy or celiac disease.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole-wheat orzo (dry)
- 2 1/2 cups Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan
- 1/2 Lemon (optional)
Directions
- Bring broth to a boil, add orzo and simmer 8–10 minutes, stirring often, until most liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in peas for the last 2 minutes.
- Off the heat, stir in butter and Parmesan. Add a squeeze of lemon if you like.
Calorie breakdown
Per serving: orzo 160 · peas 30 · butter 25 · Parmesan 27 · broth 10 (approx.)
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