Orzo with Parsley and Lemon Zest
Need a dairy free hor d'oeuvre? Orzo with Parsley and Lemon Zest could be a spectacular recipe to try. One serving contains 244 calories, 8g of protein, and 4g of fat. This recipe serves 4. This recipe covers 10% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. Head to the store and pick up bell pepper, lemon zest, flat leaf parsley, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 17 minutes. If you like this recipe, take a look at these similar recipes: Chilled Fennel Soup With Orange Zest, Orange Zest Maple Date Bars, and Blackberry Scones with Orange Zest (gluten-free).
Instructions
Cook orzo in salted water about 12 minutes, to al dente.
Drain orzo well. Do not run under cold water. You want the cooked pasta to remain hot.
Transfer pasta to a serving bowl.
Drizzle orzo with a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Add lemon zest and parsley and toss to combine the flavors with the pasta.