Cheesy Tomato Basil Orzo
Author: The Scrumptious Pumpkin
Recipe type: Healthy Side Dish
- 4 ounces whole wheat orzo pasta
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces cherry tomatoes, sliced
- ⅔ cup fresh mozzarella, grated
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Boil a large pot of water. Salt the water and add the orzo. Cook until just al dente, about 7 minutes, and drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook until they soften and "burst," about 3-5 minutes more.
- Remove from heat and add the cooked orzo, grated mozzarella, and chopped basil. Stir until cheese is melted and well combined. Serve.
Serving size: 4 Calories: 288 Fat: 17g Saturated fat: 4.2g Carbohydrates: 25.6g Sugar: 3.5g Sodium: 104mg Fiber: 3g Protein: 9.3g Cholesterol: 10mg
Recipe by Jen Elizabeth's Journals at https://jenelizabethsjournals.com/2013/09/09/cheesy-tomato-basil-orzo/
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