Name: Lemon Orzo and Rice Pilaf
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup yellow onion (chopped); 2 cups long grain white rice (rinsed); 1/2 cup orzo pasta; 1 large clove garlic (minced); 2 cups vegan chicken-style broth; 2 lemons (juiced (or 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon lemon juice)); 1 teaspoon dried dill; 1/2 cup fresh Italian flat-leaf parsley (chopped)

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Lemon Orzo and Rice Pilaf ~

Orzo pasta and rice simmered in a lemon and dill-seasoned broth and topped with fresh parsley. Perfect for Easter!

This quick and easy recipe begins with cooking the orzo, rice, and garlic together, then adding the broth. As it simmers, your kitchen will be filled with the absolutely delicious aroma of lemon and dill.

This dish pairs well with Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie) or Easy Cauliflower Steaks.

Ingredients for Lemon Orzo & Rice Pilaf

You will need:

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup yellow onion, diced
2 cups long-grain white rice
1/2 cup orzo pasta
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups vegan chicken-style broth
2 lemons, juiced
1 teaspoon dried dill
1/2 cup Italian flat-leaf parsley

How to Make Lemon Orzo & Rice Pilaf

STEP ONE: Into a large sauce pan over medium heat, add olive oil. When oil is hot, add onion. Cook 3-5 minutes, until softened.

STEP TWO: Add rice, orzo, and garlic. Cook 2 minute, until orzo is lightly golden in color, stirring to coat thoroughly.

STEP THREE: Pour in broth, lemon juice, and dill. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 20 minutes, until rice is cooked through.

STEP FOUR: Adjust seasoning to taste, gently stir in parsley, and serve.

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