Walnut Cranberry Orzo

By dashy_65

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

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, 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. Yield: 6 servings.

2/3 cup: 283 cal, 9g fat, 216mg sodium, 43g carb, 3g fiber