Asparagus Gremolata with Orzo | Willy Street Co-op

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 yellow onion, diced
• 1/2 pound asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces, woody ends discarded
• 1 cup curly parsley, washed well, stems removed, and finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 lemon, zest and juice
• Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
• Pinch each of salt and ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese for garnish