Spinach Feta Orzo
Infused with Mediterranean flair, this Spinach Feta Orzo recipe is a quick and comforting one-pot meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or effortless entertaining. This dish combines tender, buttery orzo pasta simmered in flavorful vegetable broth with a generous helping of fresh spinach, creating a hearty base that’s rich in nutrients. The tangy crumbled feta cheese and bright splash of fresh lemon juice elevate the flavors, while sautéed onions and garlic lend a savory depth. Finished with a hint of red pepper flakes for optional heat, this 30-minute recipe is a delicious blend of simplicity and sophistication. Serve it as a main course or a vibrant side dish alongside grilled meats or roasted vegetables, and savor every bite of this creamy, satisfying pasta dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups (packed) fresh spinach
- 0.75 cups (crumbled) feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the orzo pasta to the skillet and stir well to coat it in the oil.
Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
Stir in the fresh spinach, a handful at a time, allowing it to wilt before adding more.
Once the spinach is fully incorporated, remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.9 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.6 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 4238 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.9 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.9 g | 107% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 70.8 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 862 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1570 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
