Description
A bright and refreshing creamy lemon orzo pasta dish, perfect for a quick dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente, ensuring it retains a slight bite.
- Drain and set the pasta aside, letting it cool for a moment while you prepare the sauce.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, swirling it to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, taking care not to let it brown.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, ensuring the pasta absorbs some of the garlicky oil.
- Pour in the heavy cream and fresh lemon juice, stirring until the pasta is well-coated, and the sauce begins to thicken gently.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted, creating a creamy texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting based on your preference.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Stir continuously after adding the heavy cream and lemon juice to prevent the sauce from separating. Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg