Orzo with Red Onion, Pine Nuts and Basil
 
Ingredients
  • 1 box orzo
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon
  • ½ cup pine nuts
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 2 oz. fresh basil, cut into ribbons
Instructions
  1. Cook the orzo according to the package instructions and drain.
  2. Transfer the warm orzo to a large bowl and toss with the olive oil and the zest and juice of the lemon.
  3. Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly browned and fragrant. Do not allow pine nuts to burn!
  4. Combine the orzo with the diced red onion, grated Parmesan and pine nuts. Season well with salt and pepper.
  5. Once the orzo is cool, add the basil and toss to combine.
  6. Serve at room temperature.
Notes
Allow the orzo to cool to room temperature before adding basil or the basil will discolor.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: Serves six as a side dish
Recipe by West of the Loop at https://www.westoftheloop.com/2014/06/20/marianos-makes-summertime-living-easier/