How to Make Mendi's Favorite Orzo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to Mendi's Favorite Orzo recipe! This dish is a delightful combination of orzo pasta, savory vegetables, and flavorful herbs that create a delicious and satisfying meal. Whether you're a pasta lover, a vegetable enthusiast, or simply looking for a wholesome and easy-to-make recipe, this dish is sure to please your taste buds and leave you feeling nourished and content.

Mendi's Favorite Orzo is a versatile recipe that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. It's perf...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup orzo pasta
  • 1 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
  • ½ cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the orzo pasta, and cook until al dente, 6 to 7 minutes; drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, and season with onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook and stir until the mushrooms have softened and released their liquid, about 5 minutes. Stir in the butter, corn, peas, parsley, and cooked orzo pasta. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    266 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 58mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 18mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 316mg