Lemon Orzo

• servings: 4 servings
• total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 cup orzo

2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 tablespoons good olive oil

1 tablespoon minced fresh dill

1 cup small-diced feta, preferably Greek (4 ounces)

Directions

In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and the orzo. Return the water to a boil and simmer uncovered for 9 to 11 minutes, until the orzo is al dente. Drain.

Transfer the orzo to a bowl and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Fold in the feta and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 235
• Total Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sodium: 325mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 22g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Total Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 8g