Orzo Spinach Prima Vera

Serves 6

1 ½ cups orzo
4 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp minced garlic
½ medium red onion, julienned
½ medium red pepper, julienned
2 cups chopped raw spinach
1 large tomato diced
Salt and pepper to season
1 tsp lemon zest finely chopped
2 tbsp chopped basil

Cook the orzo to al dente, about 9 minutes in salted boiling water. Strain in a colander.

Meanwhile heat olive oil in a large sauté pan. Stir fry the onions and garlic for a minute or two. Add the red peppers and stir fry for an additional minute.

Throw in the cooked orzo, raw spinach, tomatoes, lemon zest and basil and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to combine. Serve with a sprinkle of freshly grated parmesan.