Classic Lemon Orzo

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Classic Lemon Orzo

Classic Lemon Orzo is the perfect light dish on a hot summer day or a great addition to your favorite meat or fish any time of year. Top it with salty capers and serve with a light tilapia.

Preparation Time10 min

Cooking Time15 min

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 thin green onions, finely sliced
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 cup orzo pasta, cooked
  • 1/4 cup finely minced parsley
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large nonstick skiller heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add green onions, bell pepper and pepper flakes. Saute 1 minute.
     
  2. Add the water and cook 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
     
  3. Drain the hot orzo and add to the skillet. Add the remaining olive oil, the parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper; stir over medium-low heat a few minutes so that the orzo absorbs some of the flavour.
     
  4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, and serve.

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I really like this recipe but I do change it some - I make it cold! and do not saute the onions pepper. It is such a nice light dish.

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