Asparagus with Lemony Orzo

Prep Time:	15 min
Cooking Time:	20 min
Servings:	6 people

Ingredients:

Dressing
1 lemon, juiced and zested
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
salt
pepper
Orzo
1 lb asparagus
2 cups broth
2 cups water
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp turmeric
1 1/2 cups dry orzo
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup mint leaves

Directions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together lemon zest, juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until it emulsifies. Set aside.
2. Trim the woody ends from the asparagus stalks. Place the stalks in a pot of salted, boiling water and cook for about 5 min (or until tender). Drain, cut into 2-inch pieces, and set aside to cool.
3. Bring broth and water to a boil in a large pot. Add salt, turmeric, and orzo. Cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Drain orzo and place in a large bowl. Add the asparagus, parsley, mint leaves, and dressing.
5. Toss well and serve!