Mushroom Basil Orzo

I love using orzo pasta. It looks like rice and mixes well with a whole bunch of stuff. The mushroom basil version is my fav. Also, this is an easy meal ideal for the lunch Box.Takes about 10 mins. You can make saute the vegetable mixture while cooking the pasta.

Ingredients -

Orzo - 1 cup

Onion - 1 small (sliced)

Garlic - 2 cloves (diced)

Mushroom - 5 cups of slices (This way you can add the much needed fiber and protein to create a balanced meal)

Chilli flakes - to taste

Basil - 1/2 cup roughly chopped (you can add other herbs such as oregano)

Cook the orzo. (Just like any other pasta. Takes upto 10 mins)

Heat olive oil in a pan.

Saute the onions and garlic (till transparent)

Add mushrooms and saute well.

Add basil and chilli flakes and seasoning (salt).

Once basil is mixed, add the orzo and mix well.

This is a whole meal by itself. You add chicken or shrimp to make it more heartier.