GREEK-STYLE LEMONY RICE AND ORZO PILAF WITH FETA

Greek-Style Lemony Rice and Orzo Pilaf With Feta image

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 -4 tablespoons butter or 3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 pinch dried thyme or 1 pinch dried oregano
2 cups long grain white rice
1/4 cup orzo pasta
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup lemon juice (use fresh lemon juice if possible)
1 -2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
salt (to taste)
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional or to taste)

Steps:

In a medium saucepan melt butter over medium heat; add in onion, garlic and thyme, stir for about 3 minutes.
Add in the rice and orzo; cook stirring for 3 minutes.
Add in the broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil over medium heat.
Add in black pepper, reduce the heat to low and simmer covered for about 20-22 minutes or until the liquid has absorbed.
Transfer to a serving dish then sprinkle the feta on top (if using).
Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.6, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 22.7, Sodium 647, Carbohydrate 59.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2, Protein 10.1