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This traditional Greek chicken soup made with egg, lemon, and orzo tastes rich and velvety, but also bright and refreshing thanks to lemon juice.—Hannah Agran, Midwest Living, 16 June 2026 Add lemon herb orzo, garlic bacon Brussels sprouts or split pea soup in half-pint or pint sizes.—Charlotte Observer, 11 June 2026 Storing Leftovers Refrigerate leftover orzo salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days.—Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026 Shrimp and orzo join the party with deliciously tangy dressing.—Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for orzo
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Etymology
Italian, literally, barley, from Latin hordeum — more at orgeat