Description
One-pot Mushroom Orzo is a cozy, comforting dish that combines tender orzo pasta with rich, earthy mushrooms in a creamy broth. This simple yet flavorful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering a heartwarming meal that everyone will love. With minimal prep and easy cooking steps, you’ll have a delicious dish ready in no time, making it an ideal choice for those seeking both taste and convenience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms (cremini and shiitake), sliced
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and saut? the chopped onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the orzo pasta until well coated with the mixture.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer until orzo is al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Season with dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste; stir well to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg