Cooking a delicious meal doesn't have to be complicated. With the right ingredients and a little bit of know-how, you can prepare a flavorful and satisfying dish that will impress your family and friends. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to create a delectable orzo dish infused with the vibrant flavors of lemon and aromatic herbs. From selecting the finest ingredients to preparing the dish to perfection, we will provide you with all the essential details to ensure a successful culinary experience.
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LEMON-HERB ORZO
Steps:
- Cook 1 1/2 cups orzo in boiling salted water until al dente; reserve 1/4 cup cooking water, then drain. Toss with 3 tablespoons butter, cup each chopped chives, dill and parsley, and the zest of 1 lemon. Add the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen, if needed. Season with salt and pepper.
LEMON HERBED ORZO PASTA
This quick and easy lemony and herb pasta dish makes a delicious side. Try adding chicken or shrimp for a more complete meal.
Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen
Categories Vegan Easter Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook dried orzo pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta. Return pasta and reserved pasta water to saucepan. Stir in finely shredded lemon peel, thinly sliced fresh basil, snipped fresh chives, snipped fresh thyme, salt, and ground black pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat until water is absorbed. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 148 mg, Sugar 1 g
EVERYDAY ORZO WITH SAUSAGE AND FRESH HERBS
Rice-shaped pasta (orzo) made more flavorful by cooking in Swanson® Chicken Broth. This recipe has unlimited possibilities for adding flavors, which makes this the perfect side dish with any meal.
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Swanson®
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, about 2 minutes. Add orzo and stir until it begins to turn golden, about 2 minutes. Add chives and oregano; stir. Pour in Swanson Chicken Broth.
- Bring to a low boil; reduce heat, cover, and let simmer over low heat until pasta is al dente, about 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Top with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Fat 22.7 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1266.9 mg, Sugar 4 g
ORZO WITH LEMON AND HERBS
Orzo is popular to Italy and to Greece as well. This is a great side dish, or do as I do, by placing roasted chicken on top. I have also eaten this room temperature, with some great Italian bread and a glass of white wine. (I said I have done it, not that I do it on a regular basis)! LOL! Enjoy! Note: to get more juice out of your lemon, roll it on your counter or cutting board, applying some pressure;it will yield more juice, or microwave it for about 10 seconds or so. This is a low calorie dish weighing in at about 250 calories.
Provided by FLUFFSTER
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large nonreactive saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a rolling boil over moderate heat. Add the orzo and cook, stirring often to prevent sticking until most of the broh is absorbed and the orzo is tender an creamy, about 10 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the oil, then the lemon juice and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Serve, or tranfser to a baking dish and keep warm in a 350°F oven for up to 20 minutes.
LEMON HERB ORZO
Steps:
- In a medium pot of boiling salted water, cook orzo according to package directions.
- Drain pasta and transfer to medium bowl. Add remaining ingredients and toss to combine.
VEGETABLE ORZO WITH LEMON & HERB SEASONING
Make and share this Vegetable Orzo with Lemon & Herb Seasoning recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Myra9035
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Start by heating the oil in a large saucepan/wok on medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and saute for a minute or two.
- Add the carrot and celery and saute for another 2 minutes.
- Then add the chopped bell pepper and continue sauteeing for another 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the mushrooms and the orzo, stirring them into the vegetable mixture.
- Pour in enough broth to cover, about 1 cup.
- Let the orzo absorb the broth, adding more as necessary.
- Add in the grated lemon rind and herbs (and chili pepper flakes, if desired).
- When the orzo has absorbed all the broth and is plump looking, the meal is ready to serve.
- Season with salt and pepper and serve with a nice crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.3, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 67.9, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 9.3, Protein 14.8
HERBY ORZO & LEMON SALAD
Make this summery orzo salad packed with herbs and lemon for a seasonal side. Leftovers make a great lunch the next day
Provided by Esther Clark
Categories Side dish
Time 40m
Yield Serves 4-6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat, and fry the onion for 10-15 mins, or until golden and caramelised. Add the garlic and sugar and cook for a further 3 mins. Season to taste.
- Cook the orzo following pack instructions. Drain, then toss with a little of the extra virgin olive oil and leave to cool completely. Whisk the remaining oil with the lemon juice and set aside.
- Toss the orzo with the sticky onion and garlic, the lemony dressing, herbs and capers, along with half the toasted almonds. Season. Spoon onto a sharing plate and top with the rest of the almonds. Will keep in the fridge for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.4 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Use a good quality orzo pasta. This will make a big difference in the final dish.
- Cook the orzo al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
- Use fresh herbs. This will give the dish a brighter, more flavorful taste.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different variations of the recipe. For example, you could add different vegetables, cheeses, or nuts.
- Serve the orzo warm or at room temperature. It's also delicious served cold as a salad.
Conclusion:
Orzo with lemon and herbs is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover orzo. The bright, lemony flavor of the dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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