Description
Experience the delightful blend of earthy mushrooms and fresh spinach in this quick and creamy Spinach Mushroom Orzo. This one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights, allowing you to whip up a satisfying meal in just 20 minutes. With its rich flavor profile enhanced by Parmesan cheese, this dish serves beautifully as either a main course or a side.
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
- Optional: Red pepper flakes and chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté sliced mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in baby spinach, cooking for about 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet, mixing well with mushrooms and spinach.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and black pepper; stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes and parsley if desired; serve warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg