This healthy veggie-loaded orzo skillet is a veggie-lover's dream! Ready in less than 30 minutes and perfect for a quick summer weekday dinner or lunch!
2medium zucchinipeeled into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
1lbcooked orzo pasta
2tablespoonslemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
3tablespoonsminced fresh basil
1/2cupgrated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. When pan is hot, place tomatoes in pan and toss several minutes until tomatoes are charred on the outside. Reduce heat to medium and add olive oil and garlic. Saute until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add zucchini ribbons to pan and stir 1 minute until zucchini is just softened. Add orzo, lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste, and basil to pan stirring until combined. Sprinkle top with Parmesan cheese and serve orzo warm. Enjoy!