Description
Lemon Orzo Pasta is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for summer dining or any occasion. With its zesty lemon flavor, aromatic garlic, and creamy Parmesan, this pasta will brighten up your table and delight your taste buds. Quick to prepare, it serves beautifully as a main course or as a flavorful side dish. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy recipe that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 clove garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (basil or parsley), chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in boiling salted water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and lemon zest; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice, then add the cooked orzo pasta. Toss well to combine.
- Remove from heat and fold in grated Parmesan cheese and chopped herbs until evenly mixed.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg