1 Cup Dry Orzo (Risoni) Pasta (210g) = 2 ⅓ cups + 2 tbsp + ½ tsp Cooked
1 US cup (210 grams) of uncooked orzo (risoni) pasta yields 2 ⅓ cups + 2 tbsp + ½ tsp (493.5 grams) cooked after standard stove-top preparation in water or broth—a verified 2.5× volume expansion and 2.35× weight multiplier providing roughly 3.3 standard cooked servings.
Can be boiled like pasta for 8–10 minutes, or toasted in olive oil and cooked risotto-style by absorbing hot stock for a velvety side dish.
Method note: Can be boiled like pasta for 8–10 minutes, or toasted in olive oil and cooked risotto-style by absorbing hot stock for a velvety side dish.
Orzo (Risoni) Pasta Batch Yield Reference Chart
| Uncooked (dry) | Uncooked Grams | Cooked Volume | Cooked Weight | Est. Servings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ cup | 105 g | 1 cup + 3 tbsp + 2 ¼ tsp | 246.8 g (8.7 oz) | ~1.6 |
| 1 cup | 210 g | 2 ⅓ cups + 2 tbsp + ½ tsp | 493.5 g (17.41 oz) | ~3.3 |
| 1 ½ cups | 315 g | 3 ⅔ cups + 1 ¾ tsp | 740.3 g (26.11 oz) | ~4.9 |
| 2 cups | 420 g | 4 ¾ cups + 3 tbsp | 987 g (34.82 oz) | ~6.6 |
| 3 cups | 630 g | 7 ⅓ cups + 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 1480.5 g (52.22 oz) | ~9.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much cooked orzo comes from 1 cup dry? ▾
1 cup (210g) dry orzo yields approximately 2.5 cups (~490g) of cooked rice-shaped pasta.
Can orzo be cooked directly in soup broth? ▾
Yes, but be aware that orzo releases starch and continues absorbing liquid as it sits, turning broth into a thick stew if not served promptly.