LEMON PARMESAN ORZO
A splash of lemon and a shower of chopped parsley make this orzo one of my family's most-requested sides. It's fantastic with chicken, pork and fish. -Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Transfer to a small bowl; drizzle with oil. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 225mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CREAMY GARLIC PARMESAN ORZO
This Creamy Garlic Parmesan Orzo can be on your table in 15 minutes! While it's perfect as a side dish, I prefer this as a meal on its own because it's cheesy, creamy and really hits the spot.
Provided by Joanna Cismaru
Categories Main Course Side Dish
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet add the olive oil, butter and cook for about 30 seconds until the butter melts. Stir in the onion and garlic and let it cook for about 2 minutes until the onion softens and the garlic becomes aromatic.
- Add the orzo to the skillet and let it cook for about 2 minutes just in the oil so that it starts to toast lightly, this will give it a nutty flavor.
- Season with salt and pepper then stir in the chicken broth and half and half. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down to a medium-low, cover with a lid and let it cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove the lid and stir in the Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 518 kcal, Carbohydrate 44 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 67 mg, Sodium 657 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMON ORZO
Steps:
- Using a vegetable peeler, peel off two large strips of lemon zest.
- Bring orzo, broth, oregano and lemon zest to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook 13-15 minutes uncovered until the orzo is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in butter. Rest 5 minutes.
- Juice half of the lemon over the orzo, add mint or parsley and stir. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 553 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMON ORZO
Steps:
- 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.
PARMESAN, LEMON, & PISTACHIO ORZO
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, mix hot orzo with butter and stir to melt, coating orzo. Add cream, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, crushed pistachios, and salt. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients. 2. Serve immediately. Top with extra crushed pistachios, if desired. Serve warm. Makes 4 servings.
LEMON-GARLIC PARMESAN ORZO
the garlic and lemon juice amount may be adjusted to taste, if you like some heat add in crushed red chili flakes and saute with the garlic :)
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Lemon
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a saucepan bring the water with bouillon powder to a boil; add in orzo and cook uncovered until tender stirring a couple times to prevent sticking; drain and place into a bowl.
- In another saucepan melt butter over medium heat; add in garlic and cook stirring for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, add in the cooked pasta, lemon rind and lemon juice; stir until combined.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese, then season with black pepper and salt if desired.
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