Lemon Pesto Orzo With Crumbled Feta Recipe

Name: Lemon Pesto Orzo With Crumbled Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Homemade Basil Pesto; 2 1/2 cups Fresh basil; 1 Clove garlic; 1/4 cup Chopped walnuts; 1/2 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon Oregano; 3 tablespoons EVOO; 1 tablespoon Grated parmesan cheese; Orzo; 2 cups Orzo pasta; 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup Crumbled feta cheese

Servings: persons

Homemade Basil Pesto
2 1/2 cups Fresh basil
1 Clove garlic
1/4 cup Chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon Oregano
3 tablespoons EVOO
1 tablespoon Grated parmesan cheese
Orzo
2 cups Orzo pasta
2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup Crumbled feta cheese

1
Bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta and cook until al dente, or according to instructions (usually 8-10 minutes). Strain and place in refrigerator to chill.
2
While your orzo pasta is cooking, cut and wash your fresh basil leaves (if you prefer to use a store-bought pesto, that will work just as well). Peel and chop 1 clove of garlic into large pieces. Place basil leaves, EVOO, walnuts, salt, red pepper flakes, oregano, chopped garlic, and parmesan in a food processor. Blend until smooth or desired thickness.
3
Once your orzo pasta has been cooled to room temperature (this is important so that the feta does not melt), add fresh made pesto and lemon juice and stir to combine. Stir in crumbled feta. Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Homemade Basil Pesto, 2 1/2 cups Fresh basil, 1 Clove garlic, 1/4 cup Chopped walnuts, and more.

Yes, Lemon Pesto Orzo With Crumbled Feta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemon Pesto Orzo With Crumbled Feta

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Variations & substitutions

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