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5 from 3 votes
Easy Lemon Orzo
Easy Lemon Orzo Recipe
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
 
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 people
Author: Linda Loosli
Ingredients
  • 2 cups dry uncooked Orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups water, chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 sprig fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
  1. 1. Grab a medium sized pot and melt the butter on low heat.

    2. Add the uncooked Orzo pasta and sauté until slightly browned. It's like toasting the pasta in rich melted butter. Cook for about 4-5 minutes.

    3. Add the liquid, simmer covered on low for about 15 minutes. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic.

    4. Cover and cook an additional 15 minutes covered on low until the liquid is absorbed.

    5. Add the lemon juice and Kosher salt and pepper to taste.

    6. Add the fresh parsley right before serving. Serve as a side dish or a main dish. Enjoy.