WALNUT CRANBERRY ORZO

Walnut Cranberry Orzo image

I came up with this delightful side dish after becoming fascinated by the tiny pasta. With red pepper, cranberries, walnuts and Parmesan, it's as colorful as it is flavorful. -Judith Comstock, Salado, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, saute red pepper and onion in oil until tender. Stir in the broth, cranberries and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., Drain orzo; toss with vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with walnuts and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 216mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.