Lemon Orzo

  • Level: Easy
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Total: 20 min
  • Active: 10 min
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Ingredients

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 cup orzo 

2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice 

2 tablespoons good olive oil 

1 tablespoon minced fresh dill 

1 cup small-diced feta, preferably Greek (4 ounces)

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and the orzo. Return the water to a boil and simmer uncovered for 9 to 11 minutes, until the orzo is al dente. Drain.
  2. Transfer the orzo to a bowl and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Fold in the feta and serve hot.

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Sheila Goram-Lempke

We love this recipe and have made it multiple times. Was a hit every time. I don't add salt, I believe the feta is enough. However, I have added frozen peas, and we love addition. The sweetness is a great balance to the feta. When I serve this as a stand-alone meal, I will saute crimini or shitake mushrooms as a substitute for meat. Was a huge hit!

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