Orzo With Spinach, Tomatoes and Lemon

Submitted by Slash Chef

"An easy orzo side dish to serve with grilled fish or chicken. Or just serve it as is for a simple, light pasta salad."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 (5 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper

directions

1. Cook Orzo according to package directions, until just al dente.
2. Mince garlic, add to lemon juice, salt and pepper in small bowl.
3. Whisk olive oil into lemon juice mixture.
4. Drain orzo, place in large bowl.
5. Add spinach leaves and cherry tomaotes to orzo, toss.
6. Add olive oil/lemon juice dressing and toss to coat.
7. Serve immediately or chill for later.