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Mushroom and Spinach Orzo

Mushroom and Spinach Orzo: Comfort Food for Any Night

Mushroom and Spinach Orzo is a quick and delicious dish combining creamy sauce and nutrient-rich ingredients for comfort food any night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo
  • 2 cups Orzo can use whole-wheat or gluten-free options
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 medium Onion can substitute with shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh garlic preferred
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms cremini or shiitake work well
For the Greens
  • 5 ounces Fresh Spinach can substitute with kale or Swiss chard
For the Saucy Goodness
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth low-sodium recommended
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream use coconut cream for dairy-free option
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for vegan option
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice/Zest fresh is best
  • Fresh Herbs (Parsley or Thyme) can use dried if fresh not available
  • ¼ cup Pine Nuts/Walnuts toasted for better flavor

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the orzo in salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, drain, and toss with olive oil.
  2. Sauté chopped onion in olive oil for 2-3 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Lower heat and add spinach in batches, allowing it to wilt.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and fold in cooked orzo until coated.
  7. Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Finish with lemon juice/zest, garnish with herbs, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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