Orzo With Fresh Tomato

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• Salt to taste
• 3 cups fresh orzo
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 tablespoons finely chopped onions
• ¾ pound ripe fresh tomatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• Freshly ground pepper to taste
• ¼ teaspoon hot red-pepper flakes

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    370 calories; 8 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 62 grams carbohydrates; 3 grams dietary fiber; 4 grams sugars; 11 grams protein; 225 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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Four servings

Preparation

1. Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan. Add salt. Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain.
2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saucepan. Cook the onions until they are wilted. Add the tomatoes, sprinkle with salt and pepper and the pepper flakes. Stir gently and bring the pan juices to a boil.
3. Add the orzo and stir gently to blend.