Description
Garlic Butter Mushroom & Herb Orzo is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender orzo pasta with sautéed mushrooms, garlic, and fresh herbs, all tossed in rich garlic butter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a separate skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are browned and tender.
- Stir in the dried thyme and oregano, and season with salt and pepper.
- Once the orzo is cooked, drain any excess broth and add it to the skillet with the mushrooms.
- Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, ensure the vegetable broth is suitable for vegetarians.
- This dish can be served as a side or a main course.
- Feel free to add other vegetables or proteins as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Mushroom, Herb Orzo, Pasta Recipe, Vegetarian Dish