Low Fat Creamy Parmesan Orzo

Indulge guilt-free with this Low Fat Creamy Parmesan Orzo, a luscious, one-pot dish that’s both comforting and wholesome. Made with tender orzo pasta simmered in low-sodium broth, this recipe achieves its velvety richness from fat-free Greek yogurt and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, eliminating the need for heavy cream. A touch of minced garlic and a sprinkle of fresh parsley elevate the flavors, while a light toasting of the orzo adds a subtle nutty undertone. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect as a side or a satisfying main course. Packed with protein and lower in fat, it’s a healthier choice the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by heating a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the unsalted butter and allow it to melt.

Step 2

Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the orzo pasta to the pan and stir it continuously for about 2 minutes until it's slightly toasted.

Step 4

Pour in the low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 5

Cover the pan and cook the orzo for 8-10 minutes, or until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the orzo is tender.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fat-free Greek yogurt until it's well incorporated.

Step 7

Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, stirring until the cheese has melted and the mixture is creamy.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or a main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(875.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1088.7

Total Fat 28.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 74.5mg	0%
Sodium 1660.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.0g
Protein 55.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 683.6mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 457.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.2%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 56.9%