15 Minute Lemon Garlic Basil Courgette Orzo with Whipped Ricotta

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 500 g Orzo Pasta
  • 2 Courgettes chopped finely
  • 1 Leek Stalk Chopped finely
  • 4 Garlic Cloves crushed
  • 1 Lemon Juiced
  • 1/2 cup Basil Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Parsley
  • 200 g Ricotta
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • Chilli Flakes to Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter or Olive Oil
Instructions
  1. 1
    In a large pot start by frying the leak with the courgette for about 5 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
  2. 2
    In a food processor, place the garlic, basil, 1/2 cup water, parsley and lemon juice and blend until completely smooth. Add this to the pot and allow to simmer until it comes to a boil.
  3. 3
    Add the orzo pasta with all the seasoning, and 2 1/2 cups of water and place the lid on the pot until the orzo fully cooks. Keep checking the contents to ensure there is enough water in the pot.
  4. 4
    Whip the ricotta and spread in a serving dish. Serve the orzo on top of the whipped ricotta and garnish with chilli flakes, basil leaves and a drizzle of olive oil.
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