Thursday, January 6, 2011

Lemony Spinach and Feta Orzo

Posted by Tina / 4 comments » / *Recipes, Healthy, Middle Eastern, Pasta, Quick & Easy, Sides, Vegetarian

I served this orzo with my Lemon Garlic Grilled Fish the other night. It was the perfect light and delicious combination!  I ended up reheating this for my lunch the next day (I added a little extra lemon juice when re-heating it)- it was TASTY!

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Lemony Spinach and Feta Orzo

Ingredients:

1 box Orzo Pasta
2 TBS Olive Oil
2 Clove Garlic
1/2 Bag Spinach Leaves
2-4 oz Crumbled Feta Cheese
Juice & Zest of 3 Lemons
Salt & Pepper to Taste

Directions:

Cook Orzo according to box instructions.

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add the garlic and saute for a minute or two. Add the spinach and toss until it begins to wilt. Season with Salt & Pepper. Add wilted spinach to the bottom of a large serving bowl. Pour cooked and drained orzo on top of the spinach and add the lemon juice/zest, salt and pepper, and crumbled feta. Toss until combined!

Serve as a side dish with fish or chicken.

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4 Responses to “Lemony Spinach and Feta Orzo”

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    blackbookkitchendiaries — January 6, 2011 @ 12:24 pm

    this looks so lovely…thanks for sharing this with us.. i love the combo of lemon and feta in a pasta dish. yum!

    • Kristina replied: — January 6th, 2011 @ 1:13 pm

      Thanks! It’s super easy too – you’ll have to try it out :)

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    Chicago Cuisine Critique — January 6, 2011 @ 1:43 pm

    Yum – this looks great!

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