Description
Primavera Baked Orzo is a quick and easy one-pot pasta dish that’s bursting with fresh spring flavors. This meatless meal features tender orzo pasta baked with crisp asparagus, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet peas, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
– 2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
– 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped into 1-inch pieces
– 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, asparagus, peas, garlic, Parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss to mix well.
4. Transfer the orzo mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the Parmesan is melted.
6. Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan and fresh herbs, if desired.
Notes
For a creamier texture, stir in 1/4 cup of heavy cream or half-and-half before baking. You can also customize the vegetables based on what’s in season.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Pasta & Noodles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian