Lemon Parmesan Orzo
Creamy orzo pasta with bright lemon, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs. A quick, flavorful side or vegetarian main.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
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1
In a medium saucepan, bring the 2 cups vegetable broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
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2
Add the 1 cup orzo pasta to the boiling broth and stir once. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
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3
Remove from heat and stir in the 1 tbsp butter until melted.
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4
Add the juice and zest from the 1 juiced and zested lemon, the grated 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, chopped 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
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5
Stir until well combined and the mixture becomes creamy. If too dry, add a splash more broth or water.
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6
Serve immediately while warm, with additional Parmesan cheese on top if desired.