Lemon Orzo with Feta and Herbs

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups orzo
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or mint
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat and toast the orzo for 2 minutes, stirring often, until lightly golden.
2. 2Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3Pour in the broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 9 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
4. 4Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon zest and juice, salt, and pepper.
5. 5Fold in the feta, parsley, and dill or mint, reserving a little of each for garnish.
6. 6Serve warm or at room temperature, topped with the reserved feta and herbs.

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