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Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon is for Side Dish.

Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon takes 10 minutes to prepare.

Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon takes 15 minutes to cook.

Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon are:

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup orzo, uncooked
2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
2 tsp capers, drained and finely chopped
1 TBSP pine nuts, finely chopped
1 TBSP grated parmesan cheese
1 TBSP grated lemon zest
1/4 tsp coarse salt
1/4 tsp ground pepper

Here is how you make Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon:

In a large saucepan combine 2 cups water and orzo, bring to a boil. Then, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until pasta is al dente, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered until almost all the liquid is absorbed, about 3 minutes.While pasta is cooking heat the olive oil over medium heat in a frying pan. Add the tomatoes and garlic and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Add thyme, capers, pine nuts, cheese, lemon zest, salt and pepper and toss gently to mix. Add the orzo and stir until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.Serving Size: Serves 4Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user WORKINGREVIVAL7.

The nutritional information for Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 232.5

• Total Fat: 5.3 g
• Cholesterol: 1.0 mg
• Sodium: 214.7 mg
• Total Carbs: 40.9 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.8 g
• Protein: 7.7 g

Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon is Italian cuisine.

The dietary needs meet for Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Lemon is Vegetarian