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Lemon Orzo with Parmesan, Kale, and Cherry Tomatoes

Looking for a side dish for dinner? Whip up this Parmesan-kissed Lemon Orzo with kale and cherry tomatoes. It's fresh and flavorful!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
28 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 367 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups dry orzo pasta
  • ½ tsp oil
  • 1 shallot
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ lemon , juiced
  • 3 TBSP unsalted butter
  • 1.5 oz freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 12 cherry tomatoes
  • 2 cups kale , cleaned and chopped
  • ¼ cup vegetable broth or chicken broth

Instructions

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  1. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Add orzo and cook until al dente, approx 7-9 minutes. Drain orzo in a wire-mesh strainer and set aside.
  2. While orzo cooks chop kale, halve or quarter cherry tomatoes, and mince shallot.
  3. Next heat a pan to medium heat with ½ teaspoon olive oil. Add minced shallot to hot pan and stir often until tender, approx. 4-6 minutes.
  4. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper (to taste) and add lemon juice and broth.
  5. Add orzo and kale and mix well until kale has wilted and some of the liquid has been absorbed into the pasta. Stir in tomatoes, Parmesan and butter, then season with a pinch of salt and pepper, to taste.
  6. Optional: serve with lemon wedges to add an extra burst of citrus flavor, if you'd like! Enjoy!

Notes

  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 367kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 30mg (10%) Sodium 253mg (11%) Potassium 450mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 3976IU (80%) Vitamin C 59mg (66%) Calcium 200mg (20%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 367

% Daily Value*

Calories 367kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 30mg 10%
Sodium 253mg 11%
Potassium 450mg 10%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 3976IU 80%
Vitamin C 59mg 66%
Calcium 200mg 20%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.