Lemon-Basil Orzo with Parmesan

Name: Lemon-Basil Orzo with Parmesan
Prep time: 6 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup)
Ingredients: ¾ cup uncooked orzo; 2 teaspoons olive oil; 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ¼ cup chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons (1/2 ounce) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; Basil sprigs (optional)

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3 Reviews

Just 6 ingredients are all you need to make this fresh pasta side. The lemon and basil brighten the dish making it perfect for a spring gathering. Add cooked shrimp or chicken for a hearty lunch or light supper.

Recipe by Oxmoor House January 2006

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Recipe Summary

prep:

6 mins

cook:

16 mins

total:

22 mins

Yield:

4 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup)

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

¾ cup uncooked orzo
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons (1/2 ounce) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
Basil sprigs (optional)

Directions

Step 1
Cook the orzo according to package directions, omitting the salt and fat. Drain.

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Step 2
. While orzo cooks, heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add lemon rind and garlic; sauté 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add orzo, basil, and remaining ingredients; toss well. Garnish with basil, if desired. Serve immediately.

Source

Oxmoor House Healthy Eating Collection

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

154 calories; fat 3.6g; saturated fat 0.7g; protein 5.1g; carbohydrates 24.8g; cholesterol 2mg; iron 0.2mg; sodium 184mg; calories from fat 21%; fiber 1.4g; calcium 36mg.

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MyRecipes Member

05/06/2021

This orzo is absolutely delicious! I used zest from a whole lemon cuz we like lemon alot!

lgrenfroe

01/23/2012

My entire family thinks this dish is outstanding. My husband said he has never had a pasta dish in a restaurant as good as this one! Easy too!!

stimply

09/02/2011

Some of the quantities need to be changed. Maybe more garlic, more parm. It ended up feeling rather dry. Guess you could add more oil or (eek) some butter. Has potential and went nicely with asparagus and chicken.

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