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Orzo with Lemon and Asparagus

Light and zesty orzo pasta with asparagus and a lemony dressing.
prep_time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • skillet

Ingredients
  

Pasta

  • 12 oz orzo pasta
  • 1 tbsp salt for pasta water

Sauce

  • 1 lb asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions
 

  • Boil a large pot of water, add salt, and cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté asparagus for 5 minutes until tender.
  • Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt to the skillet.
  • Toss orzo with asparagus mixture and sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Serve warm or chilled.
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Notes

Add cherry tomatoes for color. Serve as a cold salad for picnics.
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Keyword Asparagus, lemon, Orzo
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