Orzo with Roasted Peppers (tomato-basil)

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Orzo with Roasted Peppers (tomato-basil)

A fast pot of orzo with a flavorful tomato-basil sauce—perfect for busy nights.

Total

26 min

Servings

4

Level

Easy

Ingredients

  • 12 oz orzo
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups roasted peppers, prepped
  • 1 tsp salt, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
  • 1/4 cup parmesan (optional), grated (optional)

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente; reserve 1 cup pasta water.

14 min

Meanwhile, warm olive oil in a skillet. Sauté garlic 30 seconds, then add the vegetables and cook until tender.

6 min

Toss pasta into the skillet with a splash of reserved pasta water to form a glossy sauce. Season well.

Finish with lemon zest and parmesan if using. Serve immediately.

Nutrition per serving

385

Calories

12g

Protein

65g

Carbs

9g

Fat

Chef's Notes & Storage

Tip: Customize seasonings to taste. Always verify ingredient labels if you have allergies.

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