Lemon Zested Orzo Pilaf Recipe
Servings: 10
Ingredients
- 1 lb orzo pasta
- 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin extra virgin olive oil
- 3/4 c. chicken stock
- 3 Tbsp. prepared pesto
- 2 x lemons zested, zest minced Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Cook the pasta in boiling salted water, following the timetable on the package, approximately 8 to 10 min. Drain into a colander, and rinse with cool water. Drain completely.
- Grease the bottom of a casserole dish with the extra virgin olive oil. Combine all of the remaining ingredients in a bowl and place them in the greased dish.
- Cover with foil and bake at 400 degrees or possibly till thoroughly heated, about 20 to 30 min. Stir and serve.
- This recipe yields 10 servings.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 68g | |
| Recipe makes 10 servings | |
| Calories 204 | |
| Calories from Fat 38 | 19% |
| Total Fat 4.32g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat 0.72g | 3% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 71mg | 3% |
| Potassium 123mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs 34.1g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 5% |
| Sugars 1.24g | 1% |
| Protein 6.51g | 10% |
