This lemon orzo pasta is lightly creamy and bursting with bright lemon flavor.Easy to make in one pot in 20 minutes, it's perfect for weeknights! Jeanine Donofrio Phoebe MoorePublished Apr 14, 2026 Jump to recipe This lemon orzo recipe is an easy, delicious one-pot dinner or side dish. This spring, it’s been one of my go-to weeknight meals.It calls for just 10 ingredients, cooks up in 20 minutes, and—best of all—is a hit with the whole family, kiddo included!I love this lemon orzo pasta because it’s bright, fresh, and creamy without any cream. The starches from the orzo and a little Parmesan perfect its comforting texture, while fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and herbs supply its zingy flavor.I often mix in some chickpeas and sautéed asparagus to make this lemon orzo a meal on its own, but it works just as well as a side.

It’s a versatile, flavorful recipe to have in your back pocket! Lemon Orzo IngredientsHere’s what you’ll need to make this easy lemon orzo recipe: Orzo, of course! In case you’re not familiar, orzo is a small, rice-shaped pasta that hails from Italy.Because it’s such a small pasta shape, it has a super-quick cooking time, which makes it one of my favorite starches to reach for on weeknights.Orzo is traditionally made with semolina and/or durum wheat, but if you’re gluten-free, you can feel free to substitute your favorite gluten-free orzo.

Unsalted butter or olive oil – For richness.Vegetable broth – It helps the orz

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