Lemon Orzo
Lemon orzo is a pasta dish built on orzo, lemon juice, and a base fat, customizable with proteins and vegetables. The pasta cooks in broth or water, then tosses with bright citrus, herbs, and swappable proteins or produce to create a warm, cohesive bowl.
Ingredients
Method
Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a large pot with a pinch of salt.
Add orzo to the boiling broth and cook according to package directions, about 9–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
Prepare your chosen protein and vegetables separately; cook or assemble them as needed while the pasta cooks.
Drain the orzo, reserving 1 cup of cooking broth. Return the orzo to the pot.
Pour in the lemon juice, olive oil, and 1/2 cup of the reserved broth; toss gently until the orzo is coated and creamy, adding more broth if needed for consistency.
Fold in the cooked protein and vegetables; season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
Nutrition, per serving
Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.
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