Herbed Orzo With Pine Nuts

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Herbed Orzo With Pine Nuts is a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The orzo pasta is cooked until tender, then tossed with a flavorful mixture of butter, garlic, herbs, and toasted pine nuts. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a bright and tangy note to the dish.

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

489

Sugar

Fat

23g

Herbed Orzo With Pine Nuts is a delicious and easy-to-prepare pasta dish that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The dish gets its name from the orzo pasta, which looks like large grains of rice or barley. The orzo is cooked until tender, then tossed with a flavorful mixture of garlic, herbs, and toasted pine nuts. The dish is finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, which helps to brighten the flavors of the dish. This recipe is a great way to enjoy a comforting and satisfying pasta dish that is packed with flavor.

Instructions

1.	Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until tender.
2.	While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
3.	Add the toasted pine nuts to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until lightly browned.
4.	Drain the pasta well and add it to the skillet with the pine nuts and garlic.
5.	Add the fresh lemon juice, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the sauce. Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Easy to prepare, delicious, and packed with flavor.

The herbs and garlic add a savory depth of flavor to the dish, while the toasted pine nuts add a satisfying crunch.

CONS

This dish can be a bit high in fat and calories, thanks to the butter and pine nuts.
As with any high-carb pasta dish, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest pasta dish out there, this recipe does have some benefits. The garlic in the dish has been linked to supporting immune function and reducing inflammation, while the herbs add valuable antioxidants and other nutrients.

	2 cups orzo pasta
	3 tablespoons butter
	2 garlic cloves , crushed
	1/3 cup pine nuts , toasted
	1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
	3 tablespoons fresh basil , minced
	3 tablespoons fresh parsley , minced
	salt and pepper