Orzo with Asparagus and Feta
A delicious orzo dish featuring fresh asparagus and tangy feta cheese.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb asparagus trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 oz feta cheese crumbled
- 3 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 0.5 tsp salt adjust to taste
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated, for serving
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in asparagus and cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Mix in the cooked orzo, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Stir well.
- Remove from heat and gently fold in crumbled feta cheese.
- Serve warm, topped with grated parmesan cheese.
Notes
Add toasted pine nuts for extra crunch!