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Minted Orzo with Tomatoes

Source: National Pork Board

Orzo pasta mixed with onion, tomatoes, and mint

Nutrition Facts

Makes 8 servings
Amount Per Serving

Calories	113.0

Total Carbs	19.2 g

Dietary Fiber	1.7 g

Sugars	3.1 g

Total Fat	1.9 g

Saturated Fat	0.3 g

Unsaturated Fat	0.2 g

Potassium	43.5 mg

Protein	3.2 g

Sodium	12.3 mg

Dietary Exchanges 1.9 Fat, 0.5 Vegetables, 0.0 Fruits,

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Servings

Ingredients

2.0
2 cup orzo pasta 1.0
1 each medium onions 1.0
1 tbsp olive oil 3.0
3 tbsp low fat unsalted chicken broth 0.25
0 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice 0.25
0 1/4 cup chopped parsley 1.0
1 pint fresh cherry tomatoes 3.0
3 oz fresh mint 1.0
1 pinch salt and pepper

Directions

Cook orzo in 2 quarts boiling water until tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Drain, rinse with cold water, drain again, place in large bowl and set aside.
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; saute onion until tender, stirring frequently, until browned and sweet, about 15 minutes.
In a large bowl, toss orzo with onion, broth, lemon juice, and parsley. Cover and chill if making ahead. Bring to room temperature; stir in tomatoes and mint; season with salt and pepper to taste.