Best Orzo Dinner Recipe
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Best Orzo Dinner Recipe, where tender orzo pasta meets vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this dish is quick to prepare yet impressive enough to steal the spotlight. With its delightful textures and savory taste, it’s sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 cup of orzo pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in 1 cup of diced tomatoes along with their juices, allowing them to simmer for five minutes.
- Add 2 cups of fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about two minutes.
- Fold in the cooked orzo pasta and mix well to combine evenly.
- Season with Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together for another minute before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg