Orzo (noun)

A small, rice-shaped pasta that is often used in soups, salads, and casseroles.

Origin:

Italian for barley, it is a small rice-shaped pasta.

Examples:

1. I added orzo to my chicken soup recipe to make it more filling.
2. This salad contains orzo, tomatoes, and feta cheese.
3. I love orzo in my pasta salad with a lemon and herb dressing.
4. The orzo in this casserole gives it a nice texture.
5. For a quick and easy dinner, I sautéed some vegetables and added them to cooked orzo.