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Milk-cooked orzo Calories
A soft, carbohydrate-rich dish made with milk and orzo pasta.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Milk-cooked orzo (240 g) has 247 calories. That works out to 103 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.6 g of carbs, 10.1 g of protein, 5.3 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 19.2 µg of Selenium covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Milk-cooked orzo Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
247
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
39.6g
· 14% DV
Protein
10.1g
· 20% DV
Fat
5.3g
· 7% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 16% · Fat 20%
Milk-cooked orzo nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 247 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.3 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.6 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Milk-cooked orzo?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 247 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (small) | 60 g | 62 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 220 g | 227 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 309 kcal |
Calculated from 103 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Milk-cooked orzo
What is milk-cooked orzo?
Milk-cooked orzo is a soft dish made by simmering rice-shaped orzo pasta in milk. It can be prepared as a savoury, soup-like meal or sweetened for a simple pudding; despite its shape, orzo is pasta, not rice.
How do you make milk-cooked orzo?
Simmer orzo in milk over low heat, stirring often until the pasta is tender. Keep an eye on the pan because milk can scorch and the mixture thickens as it cooks. Add a little more milk if it becomes thicker than you want.
Is milk-cooked orzo a soup or a dessert?
Milk-cooked orzo can be either, depending on how it is seasoned. Salt and savoury seasonings make it a mild soup-like dish, while sugar turns it into a simple pudding. Its consistency can also be adjusted with more or less milk.
Is milk-cooked orzo the same as rice pudding?
No. Milk-cooked orzo uses small rice-shaped pasta, while rice pudding is made with rice. The pasta gives it a different texture, and milk-cooked orzo may be served savoury as well as sweet.
Why does milk-cooked orzo stick to the bottom of the pan?
Milk-cooked orzo can stick because milk solids and pasta starch settle on the hot base of the pan. Cook it over low heat in a heavy-based saucepan and stir frequently, scraping along the bottom, especially as the mixture thickens.
Can you make milk-cooked orzo without it turning mushy?
Yes. Cook milk-cooked orzo gently and begin checking the pasta as it softens; stop once it is tender rather than letting it simmer for too long. It continues to thicken as it stands, so serve it soon for a looser texture.
Can you use water instead of milk in milk-cooked orzo?
Yes, but milk-cooked orzo made with water will be less creamy and have a milder flavour. For a closer match, cook the orzo until nearly tender in water, then finish it with milk and stir until the texture is smooth.
What can you add to milk-cooked orzo to make it sweet?
Sugar, cinnamon or a little vanilla can make milk-cooked orzo taste like a simple pudding. Stir in sugar near the end of cooking so it dissolves without settling on the pan, and add spices to taste.
What should you serve with milk-cooked orzo?
Serve savoury milk-cooked orzo with bread, a crisp salad or a light main dish. If you make it sweet, fresh fruit works well alongside it. The dish is mild, so choose accompaniments that complement whether you seasoned it sweet or savoury.
How should you store leftover milk-cooked orzo?
Refrigerate leftover milk-cooked orzo in a covered container as soon as it has cooled, and eat it within two days. It thickens in the fridge; reheat it gently on the stove with a splash of milk, stirring until hot throughout.
Milk-cooked orzo Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
B5
0.84mg · 17% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Phosphorus
180mg · 26% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Calcium
132mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
Milk-cooked orzo Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Milk-cooked orzo
To burn the 247 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Milk-cooked orzo?
Milk-cooked orzo is a simple dish of small, rice-shaped pasta simmered in milk until tender. The name describes the preparation rather than one fixed recipe: it may be made sweet or savoury, with seasoning varying from kitchen to kitchen. In Turkey, it fits naturally among home-style bowls of warm, comforting food.
Serve it warm, on its own as a light meal or snack; the pasta turns soft and the milk gives the dish a gently creamy texture. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, while the milk contributes some protein. For a lighter bowl, use modest amounts of added fat, or keep the seasoning simple and skip extra sugar if you prefer a savoury version.
How Nutritious Is Milk-cooked orzo?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Milk-cooked orzo Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Milk-cooked orzo Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Milk-cooked orzo Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Milk-cooked orzo Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.