Vegan Lemon Orzo

Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Vegan Lemon Orzo:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• Optional: Vegan parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
2. Add the orzo pasta to the boiling broth and cook according to package instructions until al dente. This typically takes about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess liquid and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Stir in the cooked orzo pasta, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. If using, add the chopped basil as well. Mix until well combined.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
7. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with vegan parmesan cheese if desired.

Enjoy your flavorful Vegan Lemon Orzo!