Description
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups broccoli florets, chopped
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tbsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Zest of 1 lemon
Juice of ½ lemon
½ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
¼ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions:
Cook the Orzo & Broccoli:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions. In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the chopped broccoli to
blanch. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Dressing:
In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest, lemon
juice, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Combine Everything:
In a large bowl, toss the cooked orzo and broccoli with the lemon-garlic dressing. Add crumbled feta and toasted almonds, gently mixing to combine.
Serve & Enjoy:
Serve warm or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 320 per serving Servings: 4
