One Pot Lemon Orzo with Sauteed Asparagus

Name: One Pot Lemon Orzo with Sauteed Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1, ~400g block extra firm tofu, drained and pressed; 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari; 1 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar; 3 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tsp lemon pepper; 1 tsp garlic powder; 2 tbsp avocado oil plus more if needed; 10 asparagus spears, woody stems removed and cut on a bias; 1 shallot, minced; 2 tsp capers, minced (optional); 3 large cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 2 tsp yellow or white miso paste; 3 tbsp nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan; 1 1/2 cups dry orzo; 3 cups low sodium vegetable broth; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced; Zest of 1 lemon; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

This lemon orzo is served with sauteed asparagus and tofu, but more importantly it is easy to make and cooks in just one pan! A complete meal that you can make any night of the week and feel good about.

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:05:21 GMT