Mussels with Lemon Garlic Orzo Recipe

Name: Mussels with Lemon Garlic Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound Fresh Mussels; 1/2 whole Lemon, Zest And Juice; 1/2 cups Dry White Wine; 2 Tablespoons Minced Garlic; 12 ounces, weight Dry Orzo Pasta; 4 Tablespoons Butter; 1 Tablespoon Red Pepper Flakes; 4 whole Sprigs Of Fresh Dill; Salt And Pepper, to taste; For Garnish: Lemon Slice And Parsley Or Sliced Scallions

Servings: persons

1
Rinse mussels and remove beards.
2
If any mussels remain open when rinsing them, discard them because they are dead.
3
First in a large pan add in lemon juice, wine, garlic and mussels.
4
Simmer over medium heat until all the mussels open back up.
5
Remove from heat.
6
Strain the cooking juices into a bowl, cover mussels, set aside.
7
Boil pasta according to box directions.
8
Drain it when done.
9
Toss it with the butter, pepper flakes, lemon zest, and dill.
10
Salt and pepper to taste.
11
Plate a portion of pasta, set a few mussels on top and drizzle the cooking juices over each plate.
12
Top with a lemon slice and parsley or sliced scallions to add a little green into the dish.

432

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound Fresh Mussels, 1/2 whole Lemon, Zest And Juice, 1/2 cups Dry White Wine, 2 Tablespoons Minced Garlic, and more.

Yes, Mussels with Lemon Garlic Orzo falls under the Seafood 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!

Mussels with Lemon Garlic Orzo

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Variations & substitutions

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