Orzo Broccoli Garlic Lemon (Print-Friendly Version)
Quick orzo pasta tossed with broccoli, garlic, lemon, and Parmesan for a light, satisfying meal.
# Ingredients Required:
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170 g orzo pasta
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150 g fresh broccoli florets
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30 ml olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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15 ml lemon juice
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25 g grated Parmesan cheese
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Detailed Directions:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until al dente.
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Add broccoli florets to the boiling orzo during the last 2 minutes of cooking to blanch them.
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Drain orzo and broccoli, reserving some pasta water for later use.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add drained orzo and broccoli to the skillet with sautéed garlic. Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan cheese, tossing to combine evenly. Add reserved pasta water gradually if a looser consistency is desired.
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Plate warm, garnishing with additional Parmesan cheese if preferred.
# Helpful Advice:
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Reserved pasta water helps adjust sauce consistency for a more cohesive texture.
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Roasted garlic can be substituted for a richer, mellower flavor.
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Adjust lemon juice and Parmesan quantities according to personal taste.