If you're looking for a quick and easy flavorful dinner option, look no further than lemon orzo with mushrooms and pine nuts. This flavorful dish is packed with fresh flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of tangy lemon, earthy mushrooms, crunchy pine nuts, and fluffy orzo pasta creates a dish that is both satisfying and nutritious. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.
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LEMON ORZO
Steps:
- Simmer 1 cup orzo in a saucepan with 2 1/2 cups water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried mint, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon paprika and 2 strips lemon zest, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool slightly. Stir in 2 chopped scallions, the juice of 1 lemon, and salt to taste.
LEMON MUSHROOM ORZO
Sometimes I serve this side dish chilled and other times we enjoy it hot. It has a pleasant tinge of lemon and a nice crunch from pecans. -Shelly Nelson, Akeley, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook and stir until tender and lightly browned. Drain orzo., In a large bowl, place orzo, mushroom mixture, pecans, parsley, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, pepper and remaining oil; toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ELEGANT ORZO WITH WILTED SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
Orzo pasta with wilted spinach, feta cheese, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar - goes well with fish or chicken.
Provided by ASCALESE
Categories Side Dish
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes. (Firm or slightly undercooked orzo works best for this dish.) Drain, transfer to a mixing bowl, and set aside.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium high heat, stirring to blend. Stir in garlic, basil, and red pepper flakes, and reduce heat to medium. Stir in pine nuts and cook until lightly browned. Add spinach, cover, and cook on low heat for 5 minutes, or until spinach is wilted.
- Toss spinach mixture with orzo pasta. Portion onto serving plates with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a sprinkling of crumbled feta cheese and chopped tomatoes. Allow guests to adjust seasoning with salt, as needed. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Cholesterol 32.9 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 514.3 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
ORZO WITH MUSHROOM, SNOW PEAS, AND PINE NUTS
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a saute pan. Add shallots and saute. Add mushrooms and saute until brown. Add snow peas and cook for 1 minute. Add pine nuts. Add mixture to the orzo. Butter may be added, to taste. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
LEMON ORZO WITH MUSHROOMS AND PINE NUTS
Make and share this Lemon Orzo With Mushrooms and Pine Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Boomette
Categories Fruit
Time 23m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the orzo until al dente. Drain and return to the pot. Stir in the pine nuts, parsley, lemon juice, lemon peel and 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet, heat 1/4 cup olive oil oven high heat until rippling. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 7 minutes. Divide the orzo among 4 plates and top with the mushrooms.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 807.7, Fat 39.8, SaturatedFat 4.4, Sodium 19.2, Carbohydrate 96, Fiber 7, Sugar 6.8, Protein 21.8
ORZO WITH YELLOW SQUASH, MUSHROOMS, AND PINE NUTS
Categories Milk/Cream Garlic Mushroom Pasta Side Sauté Vegetarian Parmesan Pine Nut Squash Parsley Bon Appétit Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Melt butter with oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add shallot; sauté 2 minutes. Add squash. Increase heat to medium-high; sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms; sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, cook orzo in boiling salted water until just tender but firm to bite. Drain, reserving 1/3 cup pasta liquid.
- Mix orzo, cheese, cream, and 3 tablespoons parsley into vegetables in skillet. Stir over low heat until creamy, adding some reserved pasta liquid if dry, about 3 minutes. Mix in pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon parsley.
ORZO WITH MUSHROOMS AND WALNUTS
This recipe makes quite a bit. Everyone I've prepared it for loves it. You can easily cut the recipe in half.
Provided by Amanda Dattilio
Categories Side Dish
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until they release their aroma. Stir once or twice for even toasting.
- Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion and mushrooms until tender and golden brown.
- Pour in broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in orzo, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. If after 15 minutes there is still liquid, remove cover, and cook until liquid is gone. Remove from heat, and stir in walnuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 485.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
LEMON ORZO WITH PINE NUTS
Make and share this Lemon Orzo With Pine Nuts recipe from Food.com.
Provided by anme7039
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook orzo then combine liquid ingredients with orzo.
- Sprinkle with pine nuts and parsley and cheese.
ORZO WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS
I have shared this salad many times with the teachers at my school. They enjoy it so much that they ask me to bring it in. It's best to put the tomatoes on the salad just before serving so they won't wilt from the heat and moisture. In my opinion, the dish would not be as delectable if you substitute another vinegar for the balsamic vinegar.-Kate Whitehead, Lindenhurst, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the pine nuts, garlic, basil and pepper flakes in oil and butter just until nuts are lightly browned., Add the spinach, salt and pepper; cook and stir just until spinach is wilted, 4-5 minutes longer. Transfer to a large bowl., Drain pasta. Stir into spinach mixture. Drizzle with vinegar; sprinkle with cheese and tomato.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
HERBED ORZO WITH TOASTED PINE NUTS
Categories Herb Nut Pasta Side Vegetarian Quick & Easy Spring Gourmet Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a kettle of boiling salted water boil the orzo until it is al dente, drain it well, and transfer it to a bowl. Stir in the butter, the pine nuts, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste, add the coriander and the mint, and toss the mixture until it is combined well.
Tips:
- Use a large skillet or Dutch oven. This will give the orzo plenty of room to cook and absorb the flavors of the other ingredients.
- Toast the orzo before cooking it. This will give it a nutty flavor and help it hold its shape.
- Sauté the mushrooms until they are golden brown. This will bring out their flavor and make them more tender.
- Use a variety of mushrooms. This will add depth of flavor to the dish.
- Add the lemon zest and juice at the end of cooking. This will help to brighten the flavors of the dish.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley. This will add a pop of color and freshness.
Conclusion:
Lemon orzo with mushrooms and pine nuts is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a versatile dish that can be served hot or cold, and it can also be made ahead of time. The next time you are looking for a tasty and healthy side dish, give lemon orzo with mushrooms and pine nuts a try. You won't be disappointed!
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