Lemon Orzo Delight: Easy Recipe with Turkey Bacon and Veggies
This Lemon Orzo Delight recipe combines the fresh flavors of lemon with hearty orzo pasta, turkey bacon, and colorful veggies for a delicious and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add broccoli and cherry tomatoes to the skillet, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Combine the cooked orzo, crumbled bacon, olive oil, lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper in the skillet, stirring well.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the turkey bacon with regular bacon or a vegetarian alternative.
- For added flavor, mix in Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Orzo, Easy Recipe, Turkey Bacon, Veggies