Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Lemon and Herbs

0 In a pan, sauté the red onion in 1 tablespoon of olive oil and butter for about 10 minutes, until caramelized. Add the garlic and brown sugar, and continue cooking for about another 2 minutes. 
1 Cook the orzo pasta in boiling salted water according to the packaging instructions. Drain, set aside, and lightly sprinkle with olive oil. Mix well to coat the orzo pasta, then let it cool completely.
2 Whisk together the remaining olive oil and lemon juice, then set aside.
3 Add the orzo to the caramelized onions, then add the lemon oil mixture, basil, parsley, capers, and half of the toasted almonds. Mix well and place it on a serving dish. Sprinkle the remaining almonds before serving.