Bright, creamy and packed with fresh herbs, this one-pan lemon orzo is the perfect balance of comfort and freshness. It's an easy weeknight meal that's ready in under 30 minutes and ideal for sharing.
Ingredients (serves 4):
- 250g orzo / risoni pasta (gf if needed)
- 2 tbsp garlic-infused olive oil
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cooking cream (lactose free/plant based, if needed)
- ½ cup grated parmesan
- 1 lemon, zest and juice
- Handful chopped parsley
- Handful chopped chives
- 2 tbsp toasted walnuts
- Salt and cracked black pepper
Method:
- Cook the orzo according to the packet instructions, reserving ½ cup of the cooking water before draining.
- Return the orzo to the saucepan with the garlic-infused olive oil, cream, parmesan, lemon zest, lemon juice and a splash of the reserved cooking water, stirring until creamy before folding through the spinach and herbs.
- Divide between bowls and finish with the toasted walnuts, extra parmesan and cracked black pepper.