Cod over Lemon Basil Orzo

Submitted by janderson48

"I've been trying to come up with different ways to eat healthier and lighter. I came up with this recipe one night and my husband actually went back for more."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 15
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄2 cup yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
• 1 1⁄2 cups red and yellow tomatoes, chopped
• 3⁄4 cup white wine
• 1 teaspoon capers, drained
• 2 cod fish fillets
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 6 cups water
• 1⁄3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 lemon, zest of
• 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
• salt
• pepper
• 1 cup orzo pasta

directions

1. Bring 6 cups water, lemon juice and zest to a boil using a large saucepan.
2. While the water is coming to a boil heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add garlic and saute 2 minutes.
4. Add tomatoes and peppers, cook 4 minutes.
5. Add wine and simmer about 5 minutes.
6. Add orzo to boiling water cook aprox 9 minutes.
7. Sprinkle the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
8. Add to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cover the pan with a tight lid and simmer about 10 minutes or until fillets are cooked through.
9. Drain orzo after 9 minutes and toss with basil.
10. Serve fillets over the orzo and topped with sauce.

Reviews

[mama smurf]

Another great recipe and one that is so easy and delicious! I followed the instructions and next time I might try another herb (although basil is one of my very favorites). It is nice to have the fish and orzo done together. Thank you. Made for Fall Pick a Chef 2011.