Spinach Mushroom Orzo
This Spinach Mushroom Orzo is the perfect blend of comfort and flavor, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With tender mushrooms and fresh spinach enveloped in a creamy Parmesan sauce, this one-pot dish is not only quick to prepare but also nourishing and satisfying. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that pleases everyone at your table. Serve it as a main course or a versatile side dish; its rich flavors and healthy ingredients are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Orzo Pasta
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 8 oz Sliced Mushrooms
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic
- 4 cups Baby Spinach
- 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
- Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- Fresh Parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5–7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted.
- Toss in the cooked orzo with the mushroom-spinach mixture.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and black pepper.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes and parsley if desired before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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