Description
A creamy and zesty dish combining orzo pasta, ricotta cheese, and chickpeas, perfect for a comforting meal.
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
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chickpeas and cook for a few minutes until heated through.
- Stir in the cooked orzo, ricotta cheese, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute ricotta with a plant-based alternative.
- This dish can be served warm or cold as a salad.
- Adjust the lemon juice according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Creamy Lemon Ricotta Orzo, Chickpeas, Vegetarian Recipe, Mediterranean Dish