LEMON ORZO

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This is a quick and easy but delicious side dish for shrimps, scallops, etc. From the Food Network Magazine.

Provided by gemini08

Time 20m

Yield 4 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup orzo pasta
2 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried mint
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 slices lemon zest
1 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon chopped scallion

Steps:

Simmer 1 cup orzo in a saucepan with 2 1/2 cups water.
add olive oil, salt, spices and lemon zest.
simmer, stirring occasionally until orzo is tender, 12 to 15 minutes.
let cool lightly, stir in scallions and the juice of one lemon.

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