**Herbed Orzo with Pine Nuts: A Delightful Mediterranean Treat**
Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with this delectable Herbed Orzo with Pine Nuts recipe. This vibrant dish tantalizes the senses with its aromatic blend of herbs, the nutty crunch of pine nuts, and the hearty texture of orzo pasta. It's a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a quaint trattoria nestled amidst rolling vineyards.
This versatile recipe serves as a delectable side dish, a light main course, or an impressive addition to your next potluck. Its vibrant colors and enticing aroma will make it the star of any table.
In addition to the classic Herbed Orzo with Pine Nuts recipe, this article presents a collection of equally enticing variations. Explore the tangy delight of Lemon-Herb Orzo, where zesty lemon zest and a hint of garlic create a refreshing twist. For a creamy indulgence, try the Creamy Pesto Orzo, where aromatic basil pesto and Parmesan cheese blend harmoniously.
If you're looking for a more robust flavor profile, the Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Orzo offers a savory combination of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and feta cheese. And for a vegetarian delight, the Roasted Vegetable Orzo is a colorful medley of roasted vegetables tossed with orzo and a tangy vinaigrette.
Each recipe in this collection promises a unique culinary experience, catering to a variety of tastes and preferences. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a journey of Mediterranean flavors with this delightful Herbed Orzo with Pine Nuts and its captivating variations.
ORZO WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
I have shared this salad many times with the teachers at my school. They enjoy it so much that they ask me to bring it in. It's best to put the tomatoes on the salad just before serving so they won't wilt from the heat and moisture. In my opinion, the dish would not be as delectable if you substitute another vinegar for the balsamic vinegar.-Kate Whitehead, Lindenhurst, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the pine nuts, garlic, basil and pepper flakes in oil and butter just until nuts are lightly browned., Add the spinach, salt and pepper; cook and stir just until spinach is wilted, 4-5 minutes longer. Transfer to a large bowl., Drain pasta. Stir into spinach mixture. Drizzle with vinegar; sprinkle with cheese and tomato.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
LEMON ORZO WITH PINE NUTS
Make and share this Lemon Orzo With Pine Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by anme7039
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook orzo then combine liquid ingredients with orzo.
- Sprinkle with pine nuts and parsley and cheese.
ORZO WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
Steps:
- Heat a large covered skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and when it is hot, add the spinach with all the water still clinging to its leaves from washing. Cover and cook for 2 minutes, then remove the lid and turn the spinach over with tongs. Replace the lid and cook for 2 minutes more. Repeat until all the spinach is wilted and tender. Stir in a pinch each of salt and pepper. Transfer the spinach to a colander set over a bowl and drain. When cool enough to handle, press down on the spinach to extract as much liquid as possible. Chop the spinach coarsely and reserve the juice.
- In a large heavy skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and stir for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly golden. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes, until the garlic gives off its aroma. Season to taste, stir in the diced tomatoes and the spinach, and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat.
- In a large saucepan, bring a generous amount of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo, stirring occasionally to stop them from sticking, for about 9 minutes or until tender. Drain thoroughly, shaking the colander to get rid of most of the water, and transfer them to the skillet with the spinach mixture and the reserved spinach juice. Toss to mix the ingredients evenly, taste for seasoning and reheat gently before serving.
HERBED ORZO WITH FETA
Steps:
- Fill a large pot with water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and a splash of oil, and bring the water to a boil. Add the orzo and simmer for 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's cooked al dente. Drain and pour into a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Pour over the hot pasta and stir well.
- Add the scallions, dill, parsley, cucumber, onion, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Toss well. Add the feta and stir carefully. Set aside at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend, or refrigerate overnight. If refrigerated, taste again for seasonings and bring back to room temperature before serving.
ORZO WITH BASIL AND PINE NUTS
Provided by Colette Rossant
Categories easy, quick, pastas, side dish
Time 20m
Yield Six to eight servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a small saucepan. When the oil is hot, add the pine nuts and saute them over high heat for two to three minutes, until they are lightly golden. Turn off the heat; add the basil and salt and pepper to taste.
- Set the sauce aside.
- Bring two quarts of water to a boil; add a teaspoon of salt. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until the orzo is tender. Do not overcook. Drain. Place the orzo in a large bowl, pour the sauce over the pasta and toss well.
- Serve with the pot roast
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 304, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 168 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
ELEGANT ORZO WITH WILTED SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
Orzo pasta with wilted spinach, feta cheese, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar - goes well with fish or chicken.
Provided by ASCALESE
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. (Firm or slightly undercooked orzo works best for this dish.) Drain, transfer to a mixing bowl, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium high heat, stirring to blend. Stir in garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes, and reduce heat to medium. Stir in pine nuts and cook until lightly browned. Add spinach, cover, and cook on low heat for 5 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.
- Toss spinach mixture with orzo pasta. Portion onto serving plates with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a sprinkling of crumbled feta cheese and chopped tomatoes. Allow guests to adjust seasoning with salt, as needed. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 514.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
ORZO, PINE NUT, AND FETA SALAD
Categories Salad Pasta Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Feta Pine Nut Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook orzo in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until tender, then drain well in a colander.
- Whisk together lemon juice, oil, and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl, then add hot orzo and toss. Cool orzo, then toss with pine nuts, feta, and scallion greens. Season with salt and pepper.
ORZO WITH HERBS
Steps:
- Cook 2 cups orzo in salted boiling water until al dente, about 8 minutes; drain. Chop 6 scallions; cook just the white parts in a skillet with olive oil until tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the orzo, 2 cups chicken broth, the scallion greens and a handful each of chopped parsley and dill; season with salt and pepper. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup grated parmesan.
HERBED ORZO WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS
Categories Herb Nut Pasta Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Spring Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a kettle of boiling salted water boil the orzo until it is al dente, drain it well, and transfer it to a bowl. Stir in the butter, the pine nuts, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste, add the coriander and the mint, and toss the mixture until it is combined well.
HERBED ORZO WITH PINE NUTS
Make and share this Herbed Orzo With Pine Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sageca
Categories European
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook orzo in boiling water until al dente. Drain well and transfer to bowl. Toss with butter, garlic, pine nuts, lemon juice, basil and parsley.
- Taste to see if you would prefer salt and pepper or a more lemony taste.
- Tip:.
- f using dried herbs reduce the amount to 1 Teaspoon each.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.1, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 55.5, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 8.6
CREAMY PARMESAN ORZO
From Cooking Light, this is a wonderful side or light main dish. It is good even without the pine nuts if you don't have them on hand, also any herb will work for the basil, you just may need a little more or less depending on the herb.
Provided by kitchenslave03
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add orzo and cook 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Stir in broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is absorbed, and orzo is done, about 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in cheese, basil, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with pine nuts. Serve immediately.
ORZO WITH ARTICHOKES AND PINE NUTS
Categories Pasta Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Pine Nut Artichoke Parsley Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 4 side-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook orzo in a 4- to 5-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain in a colander.
- While orzo cooks, lightly toast pine nuts in a dry small skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until pale golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and cool 1 minute, then coarsely chop.
- Drain artichoke hearts in a large sieve and rinse well. Pull off leaves from bases of hearts and quarter bases. Rinse leaves and bases well, then drain thoroughly.
- Stir together oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add orzo, pine nuts, artichokes (leaves and bases), parsley, and zest and toss to combine.
HERBED ORZO
This simple side goes well with seared or baked fish and roasted vegetables.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook orzo until al dente. Drain orzo and transfer to a medium bowl. Add herbs and lemon juice. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g
MUSHROOM ORZO RISOTTO WITH PINE NUTS
Toasted orzo pasta cooked like risotto with mushrooms and pine nuts. Serve as a side dish, or a main dish with a nice salad and bread.
Provided by Bolistoli
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat garlic and olive oil in a medium saucepan.
- When garlic "speaks", add the onion and saute until translucent.
- Add the mushrooms, sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Cook mushrooms until brown and all the liquid has evaporated.
- In the mean time, toast orzo in a separate pan over medium heat, until light golden.
- When mushrooms are cooked, add sage, thyme, and chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo, reduce heat to med-low.
- Cook until broth is absorbed (about 15 minutes) and orzo is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add pine nuts, parmesan cheese, and parsley. Heat through until parmesan is melted and absorbed into the orzo.
- Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if necessary.
- Serve immediately, with additional parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.7, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 358.8, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 3, Sugar 4.4, Protein 14.9
GARLIC-HERB ORZO PILAF
"Mildly flavored and flecked with garlic and fresh herbs, this creamy, versatile side dish can accompany a wide variety of entrees. Plus, it's a cinch to put together." --Mary Relyea of Canastota, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook garlic in oil over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add orzo and rice; cook 4-6 minutes longer or until lightly browned. , Stir in broth and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in the onions, basil, parsley and salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ORZO SALAD
Provided by Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez
Categories Salad Pasta Pepper Appetizer Side Super Bowl Vegetarian Lunch Mozzarella Arugula Radicchio Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
- Roast pine nuts in a rimmed sheet pan until golden, about 8 minutes.
- Cook orzo in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until tender, then drain well in a colander.
- Meanwhile, whisk together lemon juice, oil, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl.
- Add hot orzo to dressing and toss. Let orzo come to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
- Add pine nuts, peppers, mozzarella, arugula, and radicchio and toss well.
- Season salad with salt, pepper, and additional lemon juice, if desired.
HERBED ORZO WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a kettle of boiling salted water boil the orzo until it is al dente, drain it well and transfer to a bowl. Stir in the butter, the pine nuts, the lemon juice and Salt and pepper to taste, add the coriander and the mint and toss the mixture until it is combined well
Tips:
- Use a variety of herbs. This recipe calls for basil, oregano, and parsley, but you can use any combination of herbs that you like.
- Toast the pine nuts. Toasting the pine nuts will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
- Cook the orzo al dente. Orzo should be cooked until it is slightly firm to the bite.
- Use a good quality olive oil. The olive oil will add flavor to the dish, so use a good quality oil that you enjoy the taste of.
- Serve immediately. This dish is best served immediately after it is made.
Conclusion:
This Herbed Orzo with Pine Nuts is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is flavorful, healthy, and can be made with a variety of ingredients. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy side dish, give this recipe a try.
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