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zucchini tomato pasta

Orzo with Zucchini and Tomato is a quick and easy side dish that goes great with chicken, pork chops, or double the portion and enjoy it as a main dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 oz uncooked orzo pasta
  • 0.5 large zucchini 1/4-inch dice (5 ounces total)
  • 1 small plum or Campari tomato diced
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed and finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup fresh grated Parmesan or Pecorino cheese

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook pasta in large pot of salted water as directed for al dente.
  2. Reserve about 0.5 cup liquid before draining. Drain orzo in a colander and add the oil to the pot.
  3. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, until fragrant, then add the zucchini and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and mix well. Cook until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked orzo and stir to combine all. Add some of the reserved liquid as needed so the pasta isn't dry.
  5. Add freshly grated cheese and stir.

Notes

This easy orzo dish with zucchini and tomato makes a perfect quick weeknight side or light main. Adjust seasonings to your liking.