1cuporzo (ideally whole wheat orzo if you can find it), , cooked al dente and according to directions
1tablespoonunsalted butter
12oz baggreen beans, , trimmed
optional: 6ozokra, , trimmed and sliced in half lengthwise (if you can't find, you can either omit or add in another 6 oz of green beans)
1tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
kosher salt, , to taste
Instructions
Toast the Almonds: Preheat oven to 375. Place almonds on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes. Note: You can do this ahead of time (up to a week ahead) or in a big batch and use for other recipes.
Cook the orzo: Fill a medium sauce-pot 3/4 of the way full with water. Salt generously. Cook orzo according to package directions (on the al dente side). Usually this is about 7 minutes. Once cooked, rinse orzo and then toss in butter. Butter will probably melt if the orzo is still warm- if not, it will melt once you add in the green beans and okra.
Char the green beans and okra: Place green beans and okra on a foiled lined baking sheet. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt. Broil for 8-10 minutes, until slightly charred.
Combine orzo with green beans and okra. Toss gently with tongs and ensure butter has fully melted. Add in almonds and season to taste.