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Greek Orzo w/ Lemon and Herbs

Side Dish • Herbs & Spices, Juice, Pasta, Vegetables

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Ingredients

  • ½ onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest 1 lemon
  • 2 ½ cups vegetable/chicken broth
  • fresh dill optional garnish
  • extra virgin olive oil to taste
  • lemon juice to taste
  • salt
  • pepper

Directions

  • Finely chop the onion and garlic.½ onion3 cloves garlic
  • Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Add the onion, garlic, and salt, then cook gently until softened (about 2-3 minutes)¼ tsp salt
  • Add in the oregano, dill and black pepper. Then stir in the orzo until well coated in the oil and herbs.1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp dried dill¼ tsp black pepper1 cup orzo
  • Add the zest of the lemon (reserve ½ teaspoon for garnish later) and then pour over the broth and bring to a simmer. Simmer the orzo for 10 minutes or until cooked through. (There should be very little liquid left once cooked - see note 1)1 tbsp lemon zest2 ½ cups vegetable/chicken broth
  • Once cooked, add salt and pepper to taste. Then transfer the orzo to a serving dish and finish with a drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, fresh dill and the reserved lemon zest.saltpepperextra virgin olive oillemon juicefresh dill

Notes

  • 7-5-2025 1/2 Recipe
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