Step 1

Cook the orzo in plenty of boiling salted water until tender. While the orzo is cooking, place the peas in a colander in a the sink.

Step 2

While the water boils and orzo cooks, in a medium-sized bowl, combine the cottage cheese, salt, scallions, lemon zest, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

When the orzo is done, drain into the colander right onto the peas.

Step 4

Shake off the excess water and dump into the bowl with the cottage cheese mixture.

Step 5

Stir gently and sprinkle with grated parmesan.

Step 6

Serve warm or at room temperature.