COD OVER LEMON BASIL ORZO

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I've been trying to come up with different ways to eat healthier and lighter. I came up with this recipe one night and my husband actually went back for more.

Provided by janderson48

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups red and yellow tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup white wine
1 teaspoon capers, drained
2 cod fish fillets
1 cup orzo pasta
6 cups water
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, zest of
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
salt
pepper
1 cup orzo pasta

Steps:

  • Bring 6 cups water, lemon juice and zest to a boil using a large saucepan.
  • While the water is coming to a boil heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and peppers, cook 4 minutes.
  • Add wine and simmer about 5 minutes.
  • Add orzo to boiling water cook aprox 9 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Add to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cover the pan with a tight lid and simmer about 10 minutes or until fillets are cooked through.
  • Drain orzo after 9 minutes and toss with basil.
  • Serve fillets over the orzo and topped with sauce.

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