Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 tablespoons oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika (I used sweet)
• 1 lemon, zest of
• 1 lemon, juice of
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or
• 1 teaspoon dried mint
• 2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

1. In a medium sized pot, bring water to a boil and add the salt, Orzo, paprika.

2. Lower to a simmer and cook, covered,12-15 minutes or until tender,.

3. stirring occasionally.

4. Let cool slightly and then add the mint, lemon zest/juice and green onions.

5. Check for seasoning.

6. Serve.