Lemon Orzo

Lemon Orzo

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This lemon orzo salad recipe has a bright citrus flavor, thanks to the secret of adding lemon rind to the broth!

PREPRATION TIME:

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Resting time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients  :

  • 1 lemon for juice and zesting
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 ½ cups chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon fresh mint finely chopped or 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley

Instructions :

    • Using a vegetable peeler, peel off two large strips of lemon zest.
  • Bring orzo, broth, oregano and lemon zest to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook 13-15 minutes uncovered until the orzo is tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in butter. Rest 5 minutes.
  • Juice half of the lemon over the orzo, add mint or parsley and stir. Season with salt & pepper to taste.

Notes:

Optional additions
Stir in 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese or crumbled feta cheese
Stir in 2 green onions finely sliced
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Nutrition Information:

Calories: 168 | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 553mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 44IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

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