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Lemon Parmesan Orzo

5 from 18 ratings
This simple Greek side is fresh, easy, and delicious!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 219
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh, about 1 lemon
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese shaved or grated
  • 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add orzo, and cook for 3-5 minutes or until browned. Add garlic, and cook for an additional minute or until garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add water. Cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes or until orzo is cooked.
  4. Fluff with a fork. Stir in parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Garnish with parsley.