MINTY ORZO AND PEAS

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My grandmother used to serve this side dish along with roast leg of lamb. With its fresh mint taste, it also makes a nice salad served chilled. It's simple but delicious. -Kristen Dunphy of Haverhill, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups frozen peas
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside. , In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add peas. Cook for 2 minutes or until tender. Add the lemon zest, salt, pepper and orzo; heat through. Stir in mint.

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