Description
A simple and flavorful dish combining orzo, asparagus, and feta cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cups asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add garlic and asparagus; sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Drain the orzo and add it to the skillet.
- Mix in feta cheese and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, include herbs like parsley or basil.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: orzo, asparagus, feta, pasta, Mediterranean