Cheesy Tomato Basil Orzo
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Recipe type: Healthy Side Dish
 
Total Time: 20 minutes
Prep: 12 minutes
Cook: 8 minutes
Yield: 4 side servings
Ingredients
  • 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
Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of water. Salt the water and add the orzo. Cook until just al dente, about 7 minutes, and drain.
  2. 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.
  3. Remove from heat and add the cooked orzo, grated mozzarella, and chopped basil. Stir until cheese is melted and well combined. Serve.
Nutrition Information
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/