Orzo with Zucchini & Tomato

Created by Rob Denman

Ingredients

  • 5 ounce orzo, uncooked
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 4 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup parmesan, grated
  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. 1.Cook orzo as directed for al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup liquid before draining.
  2. 2.Add oil to the (now empty) pot. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add zucchini and tomatoes. Season with salt & pepper and mix together. Cook until tender, 3-4 minutes.
  3. 3.Add the orzo back to the pot and stir to combine. Add some of the reserved liquid as needed so the orzo isn't too dry. Mix in the cheese and stir.