MINTY ORZO AND PEAS
My grandmother used to serve this side dish along with roast leg of lamb. With its fresh mint taste, it also makes a nice salad served chilled. It's simple but delicious. -Kristen Dunphy of Haverhill, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside. , In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add peas. Cook for 2 minutes or until tender. Add the lemon zest, salt, pepper and orzo; heat through. Stir in mint.
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Jenish Stha
jenish-stha@hotmail.comThis dish is a great way to use up leftover mint. I always have a bunch of mint in my garden, and this is a great way to use it up.
Kris Cate
c-k@hotmail.co.ukI love the pop of color that the peas add to this dish. It's a great way to brighten up a winter meal.
Alaya Wooten
alaya.wooten@hotmail.co.ukThis dish is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on Sunday and reheated it for lunch all week.
Victor Nkoma
n_victor@aol.comI'm not a big fan of peas, but I loved this dish. The mint flavor really helped to balance out the sweetness of the peas.
arif King
king39@aol.comThis recipe is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into your diet. My kids didn't even notice the peas!
David Cancer
c41@gmail.comI'm always looking for new ways to cook orzo, and this recipe is a keeper. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.
Arron Pierce
arronpierce@gmail.comThis dish was a hit with my kids! They loved the bright green color of the peas and the minty flavor.
Fadumo Ciid
ciid-f@yahoo.comI loved the simplicity of this dish. It's a great weeknight meal that's both healthy and delicious.
Trouble maker.35
t.m@gmail.comThis recipe was easy to follow, and the dish turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.
Jaharsul Alam
jalam0@hotmail.comThe orzo was a bit overcooked, but the peas were cooked perfectly. The mint flavor was too strong for my liking.
Joshua Valdez
v@yahoo.comThis dish was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some more herbs or spices to give it more flavor.
Cheryl Capel
capel13@hotmail.frI'm not a big fan of mint, but I decided to try this recipe anyway. I'm so glad I did! The mint flavor was subtle and refreshing, and it paired perfectly with the peas and orzo.
Sadia Saeed
sadia_s@gmail.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover orzo. I also added some chopped sun-dried tomatoes, which gave the dish a nice tangy flavor.
Josie Zammit
z@hotmail.comI was looking for a new side dish to serve with grilled chicken, and this minty orzo and peas recipe fit the bill perfectly. It was light and refreshing, and the mint added a nice pop of flavor.
Robert House
r_house@gmail.comThis dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I loved the combination of mint and peas. I will definitely be making this again.
Ssamarasi Oscar
o_s52@yahoo.comI've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The orzo cooks up perfectly, and the peas add a nice pop of color and sweetness. The mint adds a really nice touch, too.
Mama Love
love-mama92@hotmail.comThis minty orzo and peas dish was a delightful surprise! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was light and fluffy. I especially loved the addition of fresh mint, which gave the dish a refreshing pop of flavor.