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Lemon Spinach Orzo
This one pan creamy Lemon Spinach Orzo is an easy, light dinner or an amazing side dish! The lemon zest and juice lift the flavor creating a bright and light sauce that coats the orzo pasta perfectly. If you haven't jumped on the orzo train yet, now is the time!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 1/4 cup milk
- 1 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 4 cups spinach
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add in orzo and toast for 2 minutes stirring continuously until the pasta starts to get a bit golden.Add in garlic and cook stirring often for about a minute.
- Stir in the milk, chicken broth, lemon zest and dried oregano. Bring to a simmer and cover. Simmer for 12-13 minutes or until the pasta is tender.Add in the spinach and cook until wilted, 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and add in Parmesan Cheese and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Don't forget to toast your orzo! Toasting orzo before cooking gives it a nuttier flavor, keeps the texture firmer, and helps it absorb sauces better.
- Don't have spinach on hand? You can substitute the spinach with baby kale or another hearty green. You can also add additional vegetables like zucchini or broccoli!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 298kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 13gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 506mgPotassium: 259mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 405IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 268mgIron: 1mg