Lemony Orzo

Name: Lemony Orzo
Ingredients: 1 c. orzo pasta; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 1 clove garlic; 1 1/2 tsp. lemon zest; 2 tbsp. lemon juice; 3 tbsp. minced parsley; 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 c. slivered, pitted kalamata olives; 1/4 c. Sliced scallions; Freshly ground black pepper

10 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 c. orzo pasta
3 tbsp. olive oil
1 clove garlic
1 1/2 tsp. lemon zest
2 tbsp. lemon juice
3 tbsp. minced parsley
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 c. slivered, pitted kalamata olives
1/4 c. Sliced scallions
Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1

Boil orzo pasta until al dente; drain.
2

In a nonstick skillet, heat olive oil and garlic over low heat until garlic is lightly golden, about 2 minutes.
3

Raise heat to medium and stir in orzo, lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley.
4

Cook, stirring, until pasta is hot.
5

Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese, kalamata olives, and scallions.
6

Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.