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!!
Lemon-Basil Orzo with Parmesan
Oxmoor House
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.
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1/2 cup)
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Nutritional Information
Amount per serving
- Calories: 154
- Fat: 3.6g
- Saturated fat: 0.7g
- Protein: 5.1g
- Carbohydrate: 24.8g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
- Iron: 0.2mg
- Sodium: 184mg
- Calories from fat: 21%
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Calcium: 36mg
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup uncooked orzo
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons (1/2 ounce) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Basil sprigs (optional)
Preparation
- Cook the orzo according to package directions, omitting the salt and fat. Drain.
- . 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.
Lemon-Basil Orzo with Parmesan Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Side Dishes/Vegetables
- CONVENIENCE: Family
- CUISINE: New American
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Rice/Grains
- DIETARY CONSIDERATION: Meatless
- PUBLICATION: Oxmoor House
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