Description
A fresh and light dish featuring zucchini and lemon with orzo pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced zucchini and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the cooked orzo, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- Use whole wheat orzo for a healthier option.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Zucchini Lemon Orzo, Pasta, Vegetarian, Mediterranean