LEMONY ORZO

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This bright side dish is typical of Greek cooking and is equal parts lemony and starchy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lemon
1 cup orzo
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Using a vegetable peeler, peel half the lemon (avoiding bitter white pith); thinly slice peel. Squeeze 2 tablespoons juice; set aside.
  • Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and lemon peel. Cook until orzo is al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and return to pot.
  • Add lemon juice, oil, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g

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