Description
A creamy and zesty dish made with orzo pasta, ricotta cheese, and chickpeas, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Add the cooked orzo and chickpeas to the ricotta mixture and stir until well combined.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute ricotta with a plant-based alternative.
- This dish can be served warm or cold, making it versatile for any occasion.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg