Description
Lemony Orzo With Asparagus and Garlic Bread Crumbs is a vibrant, flavorful dish that combines al dente orzo pasta with tender asparagus, zesty lemon, and crispy garlic breadcrumbs. This delightful recipe not only pleases the palate but also provides an irresistible aroma that will fill your kitchen. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s easy to customize and guaranteed to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped asparagus and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the drained orzo to the skillet with asparagus; mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- In another pan, toast bread crumbs in olive oil over medium heat until golden brown.
- Plate the orzo mixture topped with toasted breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg