Description
Lemon Honey Orzo with Feta is a refreshing dish that elevates your meal with vibrant flavors and textures. This easy-to-prepare recipe features tender orzo pasta enveloped in a zesty lemon-honey sauce, complemented by creamy feta cheese and fresh herbs. Perfect for a light main course or as a delightful side, this Mediterranean-inspired dish will brighten any table and leave your taste buds dancing with joy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley or basil), chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the orzo: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook 1 cup of orzo until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain well without rinsing.
- 2. Prepare the lemon sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the juice of 2 lemons, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- 3. Combine: Return the hot orzo to the pot and pour in the lemon mixture. Stir until well combined.
- 4. Add feta and herbs: Gently fold in 1 cup of crumbled feta cheese and ¼ cup of chopped herbs until evenly distributed.
- 5. Taste and adjust: Sample the dish and add more lemon juice or honey if desired.
- 6. Serve: Plate the orzo and drizzle with additional olive oil and herbs for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg