Parmesan Orzo

Health score
17%
Parmesan Orzo
15 min.
2
255kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a quick and delicious side dish, antipasti, starter, or snack that's sure to impress? Look no further than this delightful Parmesan Orzo recipe! This scrumptious dish comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. With a delectable blend of chive and onion cream cheese, green onions, milk, orzo pasta, grated Parmesan cheese, pepper, diced pimientos, and a hint of salt, this Parmesan Orzo is a flavorful and versatile addition to any meal.

Packed with 255 calories per serving, this dish offers a balanced mix of macronutrients, with approximately 14.66% protein, 19.56% fat, and 65.78% carbohydrates. It's an excellent choice for those watching their calorie intake or looking to enjoy a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of ingredients not only creates a mouthwatering taste but also provides a satisfying texture that will have you coming back for more.

Whether you're hosting a casual dinner party, seeking a tasty addition to your lunchbox, or simply craving a comforting side dish, this Parmesan Orzo is sure to hit the spot. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to savor the flavors of this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons approx cream cheese spread 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion chopped
  • tablespoons milk 
  • 0.7 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • tablespoon parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoons pimientos diced
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions, adding onions during the last 2 minutes of cooking time. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper until smooth; stir in pimientos.
  2. Drain pasta; add to cream cheese mixture and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein14.66%
Fat19.56%
Carbs65.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
94.5
Glycemic Load
15.81
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.783478280772%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.23mg
Quercetin
1.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.55kcal
12.73%
Fat:5.49g
8.45%
Saturated Fat:3.05g
19.06%
Carbohydrates:41.58g
13.86%
Net Carbohydrates:39.17g
14.24%
Sugar:3.44g
3.82%
Cholesterol:13.9mg
4.63%
Sodium:277.27mg
12.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.26g
18.53%
Selenium:32.9µg
46.99%
Vitamin K:36.37µg
34.64%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.9%
Vitamin C:18.73mg
22.71%
Vitamin A:763.03IU
15.26%
Phosphorus:135.01mg
13.5%
Fiber:2.41g
9.64%
Copper:0.17mg
8.51%
Magnesium:33.78mg
8.44%
Calcium:83.94mg
8.39%
Iron:1.23mg
6.83%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.61%
Zinc:0.98mg
6.51%
Potassium:215.24mg
6.15%
Vitamin B3:1.07mg
5.35%
Folate:20.89µg
5.22%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.93%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.44%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.95%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.96%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.91%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.18%