Toasted Lemon Parmesan Orzo Recipe
Amp up your side dish game with this easy Toasted Lemon Parmesan Orzo recipe. Buttery, lemon-y, carb-y deliciousness that goes with just about everything.
Servings: 8
Cost: $5
Equipment
- skillet
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound orzo pasta
- 1 lemon zested and juiced
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
- Stir in the orzo and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Add the lemon zest, juice, garlic and salt. Cook for 1 additional minute.
- Stir in the water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until the orzo is al dente and all the water is absorbed; approximately 8 - 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 203mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 1mg