Lemon-Basil Orzo With Parmesan

• 3/4 cup uncooked orzo
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons (1/2 ounce) grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Basil sprigs (optional)

1. Cook the orzo according to package directions, omitting the salt and fat. Drain.
2. . While orzo cooks, heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add lemon rind and garlic; saute 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add orzo, basil, and remaining ingredients; toss well. Garnish with basil, if desired. Serve immediately.
3. Nutritional Information
4. Calories:154 (21% from fat)
5. Fat:3.6g (sat 0.7g)
6. Protein:5.1g
7. Carbohydrate:24.8g
8. Fiber:1.4g
9. Cholesterol:2mg
10. Iron:0.2mg
11. Sodium:184mg
12. Calcium:36mg

orzo, olive oil, lemon rind, garlic, fresh basil, cheese, salt, black pepper, basil

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/lemon-basil-orzo-with-parmesan-50126423 (may not work)