5 from 3 votes
How to Cook Orzo
Simple, quick, and endlessly versatile, this foundational orzo recipe is the perfect base for countless flavorful creations.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
139 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean, Italian
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup orzo pasta
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
- Add salt and orzo pasta to the boiling water, stir occasionally.
- Cook the orzo for about 10 minutes or until it is al dente. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Drain the orzo in a colander and, if you don't plan on using the orzo immediately, rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
139kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
(1%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Sodium
299mg
(12%)
Potassium
84mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Calcium
12mg
(1%)
Iron
0.5mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 139kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 299mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.