Lemon Orzo

Ingredients

• 3/4 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for the water
• 1 cup orzo
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley, plus parsley leaves, for garnish, optional
• 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• Olive oil, for drizzling, optional
• Lemon slices, for garnish, optional

Directions

1. Cook the orzo in salted water according to the package directions and drain well. Transfer to a large bowl.
2. Mix in the pine nuts, butter, chopped parsley, lemon zest, and salt. Stir well to combine.
3. Gently fold in the feta, adding a drizzle of olive oil if needed. Serve warm, garnished with parsley leaves and lemon slices, if desired.