Description
One-Pot Lemon Garlic Orzo with Spinach is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender orzo pasta with fresh spinach in a zesty lemon-garlic sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, it promises delightful flavors and stunning presentation, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan option)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and toast for 2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and fold in fresh spinach until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg