Easy Creamy Lemon Mushroom Orzo
A luxuriously creamy and zesty orzo dish infused with the earthiness of mushrooms, perfect for a quick dinner or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Boil the orzo by bringing a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the aromatics in a large skillet over medium heat with olive oil. Add shallot and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until shallots are translucent.
- Cook the mushrooms by adding them to the pan and cooking for 5-7 minutes until golden and tender.
- Create the creamy sauce by lowering the heat and pouring in the heavy cream. Stir continuously, then add Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Infuse with lemon by stirring in lemon zest and juice, then seasoning with salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Combine the cooked orzo with the sauce, mixing until fully combined. Heat through for about 2 minutes.
- Garnish and serve hot, sprinkling with fresh parsley and stirring gently.
Notes
Pairs well with roasted asparagus or a crisp salad. For extra lemon flavor, use a zester to create fine lemon zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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