How to Make Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of Mediterranean flavors, then this recipe for Orzo with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Kalamata Olives is a must-try. This dish is bursting with tangy and savory flavors that will transport you to the sunny coast of Greece with every bite. Orzo, a small rice-shaped pasta, is the perfect base for this dish, soaking up all the delicious flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and aromatic herbs. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a vibrant side dish f...

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Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup orzo pasta
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • ½ cup pitted kalamata olives
  • ½ cup pesto
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix orzo pasta, tomatoes, and olives together in a large bowl. Pour pesto over pasta mixture and stir to coat. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta mixture; stir. Drizzle olive oil over the salad and stir to achieve your preferred moisture level.
  • Nutrition

    828 cal.

    • Total Fat: 51g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 1618mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 701mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 765mg