Lemon Orzo with Roasted Asparagus

When spring comes, I want asparagus. And when I say I want asparagus, I mean I want it on my plate all the time - in pasta, as a side, roasted, grilled, in a boat, with a goat, in the rain, on a train - you name it. Here's a dish that will cure all of your asparagus cravings. Playing the roles of carb and veggie in one, it may serve as consummate companion to any meat, or stand alone as a fantastic light lunch. I served it with this Spice Rubbed Salmon with Avocado Salsa