Serves:

Ingredients:

Directions:

Simmer 1 cup orzo in a saucepan with 2-1/2 cups water, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried mint, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon paprika and 2 strips
lemon zest, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender, 12 to 15 minutes.

Let cool slightly. Stir in 2 chopped scallions, the juice of 1 lemon, and salt to taste.