Orzo with Tomatoes, Basil, and Gorgonzola

Orzo with Tomatoes, Basil, and Gorgonzola
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    35 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    260

A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired orzo dish, perfect as a light lunch, side, or vegetarian main. The sweetness of cherry tomatoes, the herbaceousness of basil, and the sharp tang of Gorgonzola create a delightful harmony.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    45 g
  • Cholesterol
    45 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    17 g
  • Saturated Fat
    9 g
  • Sodium
    575 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    23 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View In a saucepan, heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the orzo and stir frequently until lightly toasted, about 3-4 minutes.

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02 Step

Recipe View Add the chopped red onion to the orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, around 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

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03 Step

Recipe View Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and simmer for 12-14 minutes, or until the orzo is tender but still slightly al dente.

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Recipe View While the orzo is cooking, prepare the tomato mixture. In a mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, half of the chopped fresh basil, and the remaining minced garlic.

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Recipe View Once the orzo is cooked, spoon it into a serving bowl. Top with the cherry tomato mixture, sprinkle with the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, and garnish with the remaining fresh basil.

For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth.
If you don't have Gorgonzola, feta or goat cheese make a good substitute.
Toasted pine nuts would also make a lovely addition.

Domenica Jacobs

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 86 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (6)
  • Damian Stiedemann

    I didn't have Gorgonzola on hand, so I used feta and it was still fantastic!

  • Bobbie Hermiston

    This recipe is a keeper! So easy to make and the flavors are amazing together.

  • Tremaine Johnston

    I made this for a potluck and everyone raved about it. Will definitely be making it again.

  • Elroy Wunsch

    I love how quick and easy this is to throw together on a busy weeknight.

  • Jarvis Powlowski

    I find that using fresh, high-quality ingredients really makes a difference in this recipe.

  • Keven Stiedemann

    Absolutely delicious! I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal.

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