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Lemon-Parmesan Orzo with Asparagus
Prep Time
10
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
10
minutes
minutes
Total Time
20
minutes
minutes
Servings
4
servings
Calories
430
A quick and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender orzo, fresh asparagus, and a zesty lemon-Parmesan sauce.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
1
cup
orzo
1
cup
asparagus
1
tablespoon
olive oil
1
lemon
lemon
(juice only)
0.5
cup
grated Parmesan cheese
Salt
Salt
(to taste)
Pepper
Pepper
(to taste)
Instructions
Boil water, cook 1 cup of orzo for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
Chop 1 cup of asparagus into bite-sized pieces.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté asparagus for 4-5 minutes.
Drain the cooked orzo and add to the pan with asparagus.
Mix in lemon juice and Parmesan cheese, then season with salt and pepper.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
Calories:
430
kcal
Cost:
$10
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Italian
Keyword:
Asparagus, Lemon, orzo