Cooked Orzo Pasta
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What it is
Cooked orzo pasta is a small, rice-shaped pasta made from durum wheat semolina and water. It is typically boiled in water until tender, similar to other pasta varieties. Orzo is a staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use cooked orzo pasta as a primary ingredient to add bulk, texture, and carbohydrates to various prepared dishes. It is commonly found in salads, side dishes, soups, and casseroles.
Health notes
Cooked orzo pasta is considered a food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when consumed as part of a balanced diet. It is a source of carbohydrates, providing energy. No specific regulatory evaluations by bodies like JECFA or EFSA are typically conducted for basic food ingredients like pasta.
Allergen info
Orzo pasta is made from wheat, which is one of the 9 major allergens identified by the FDA. It contains gluten.
Products containing Cooked Orzo Pasta
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H E Butt Grocery Company
Greek Style Salmon Mediterranean Recipe Salmon With Orzo Pasta, Yellow Squash, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Olives & Feta Cheese, Greek Style Salmon
High in sodium — 48% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
179kcal
8.3Protein
9.6Fat
14.7Carbs
H E Butt Grocery Company
Lemon Feta Shrimp Mediterranean Recipe Shrimp With Orzo Pasta, Yellow Squash, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Olives & Lemon Feta Dressing Bowl, Lemon Feta Shrimp
High in sodium — 66% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 48% DV per serving
157kcal
8.3Protein
8.0Fat
13.8Carbs
Meijer, Inc.
Signature, Pesto Chicken With Lemon Thyme Orzo, Grape Tomatoes, Basil Pesto, Lemon, Parmesan Cheese, And Spinach, Pesto
High in sodium — 90% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving
141kcal
12.7Protein
5.1Fat
11.0Carbs