Lemon Herb Orzo
This easy Lemon Herb Orzo is the perfect quick lunch or side dish! Filled with fresh, herby flavor, it can also be a base for other meals!
Servings 6
Calories 355kcal
Ingredients
Lemon Dressing
- 3 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 Tbsp Lemon Zest
- 1 Lemon juiced
- 2 Tsp Brown Mustard
- 3/4 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
- Black Pepper to taste
Orzo Salad
- 1 Lb Orzo
- 3/4 Cup Parsley chopped
- 3/4 Cup Cilantro chopped
- 1/4 Cup Fresh Oregano chopped
- 1/3 Cup Chives chopped
Instructions
- To begin, cook your orzo in SALTED water until al dente. Follow the instructions on your specific box of orzo for the cooking time.
- When done, drain the orzo and rinse with cool water. Add it to a mixing bowl, then aside.
- While the orzo is cooking, make the vinaigrette. Be sure to wash and dry your lemon, and zest it first before cutting it. Then, juice it into a smaller bowl and add the rest of the vinaigrette ingredients. Whisk well until combined. taste, and adjust seasonings to your preference.
- Chop all of your herbs, then add them to the bowl with the orzo. Pour in the vinaigrette and mix well.
- Garnish with extra herbs, if you'd like.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- If you don't like cilantro, you can sub it for more parsley, or spinach or arugula.
- Be sure to cook the orzo in salted water!!
- This orzo will keep in the fridge for about 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 355kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 266mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 899IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg
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