Lemon Orzo

Name: Lemon Orzo
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H10M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Yield: 4 servings
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)

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Level: Easy

Total: 20 min
Active: 10 min

Yield: 4 servings

Level: Easy

Total: 20 min
Active: 10 min

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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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

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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.
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.