Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Creamy Orzo with Garlic Butter Asparagus recipe, a delightful dish bursting with garlic-infused buttery orzo pasta and vibrant asparagus, finished with a touch of Parmesan and lemon zest for a bright, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Orzo Pasta:
1 cup orzo pasta
Garlic Butter:
1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Asparagus:
1 bunch asparagus (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
Liquid and Seasonings:
2 cups vegetable broth, 1 cup whole milk, 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, salt and black pepper to taste, optional red pepper flakes for heat, fresh lemon zest or juice for brightness
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic Butter Asparagus: Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet, sauté garlic, add asparagus, cook until tender, set aside.
- Cook Orzo: In the same skillet, add butter and orzo, toast until golden. Pour in broth and milk, simmer until orzo is tender.
- Finish Dish: Stir in Parmesan, cooked asparagus, season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Finish with lemon juice or zest. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or peas for more vegetables.
- To make it vegan, use plant-based milk, vegan butter, and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
