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Lemon Pea & Mint Orzo
Bright one-pan orzo with sweet peas, lemon, mint and creamy feta.
Vegetarian
Under 30 min (0 ratings)
Prep10 min
Cook18 min
Total28 min
Serves4
DifficultyEasy
Bright one-pan orzo with sweet peas, lemon, mint and creamy feta. Built around everyday ingredients and a clear method, this vegetarian recipe delivers strong flavour without unnecessary complication.
Method
- Soften the leek in oil for 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and orzo for 1 minute.
- Add stock and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often.
- Add peas and cook for 3 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- Stir through lemon and mint; top with feta and black pepper.
💡 VeggieTip notes
- Keep extra hot stock nearby because orzo absorbs quickly.
- For vegan servings, replace feta with almond feta.
Nutrition (per serving, approx.)
445kcal
17g protein
67g carbs
13g fat
8g fibre
Values are estimates and will vary with brands and portion sizes.