Creamy Pumpkin Orzo Lunch Bowl
Indulge in the cozy flavors of this Creamy Pumpkin Orzo Lunch Bowl, where silky orzo pasta meets velvety pumpkin puree and aromatic spices. Perfect for a quick lunch or a comforting dinner, this dish transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable meal. Richly flavored and effortlessly prepared, it’s sure to become a favorite among friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh sage, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by measuring out and chopping sage.
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté sage for 1 minute.
- Add pumpkin puree, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper; stir until gently bubbling.
- Lower heat and mix in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Fold in cooked orzo until evenly coated; simmer for another minute before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For a vegan version, use almond milk instead of heavy cream and nutritional yeast in place of Parmesan. Feel free to substitute orzo with small pasta shapes like ditalini or quinoa for added protein.