ORZO WITH WILTED SPINACH
This low cost yet delicious side dish is perfect with chicken and fish dishes. Can also be a vegetarian main course. You can cook the orzo in veggie or chicken stock if preferred.
Provided by Vicki in CT
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cook orzo using package directions and drain.
- Meanwhile saute shallot and garlic in olive oil in large skillet until softened.
- Stir in orzo and sun dried tomatoes. Gradually add spinach, you may have to do this in batches until it fits. Cook just until spinach is wilted. Do not overcook. Season to taste.
- Top with pine nuts and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 89, Carbohydrate 67.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.5, Protein 13.4
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Aston Brown
brown54@hotmail.frI'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this dish. The spinach was wilted perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely make this again.
Amal Yaradan
a_y87@aol.comThis is a delicious and healthy recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The orzo cooks quickly and the spinach wilts in just a few minutes. I like to add a little bit of lemon juice to the dish for extra brightness.
Ephrata Solomon
s28@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served warm or cold. I like to add a little bit of feta cheese or crumbled bacon to the dish for extra flavor.
Cute jani
c_jani66@hotmail.comI love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious. I also like that it's a healthy way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
Irfan Chahat
irfan@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The orzo cooks in just 10 minutes and the spinach wilts in just a few minutes more. I like to add a little bit of Parmesan cheese to the dish for extra flavor.
Finot Tesfaye
tesfaye_f31@yahoo.comI'm not a huge fan of orzo, but I really enjoyed this dish. The spinach was wilted perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely make this again.
Alberto Jeronimo
jeronimo-a@hotmail.comThis is a delicious and healthy recipe that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The orzo cooks quickly and the spinach wilts in just a few minutes. I like to add a little bit of lemon juice to the dish for extra brightness.
Hk Didar
h_d@hotmail.frThis is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and can be served warm or cold. I like to add a little bit of feta cheese or crumbled bacon to the dish for extra flavor.
MDNajmulsakib 7172
m100@yahoo.comI love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand, and it always turns out delicious. I also like that it's a healthy way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
Winston Gaming
gaming-w@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The orzo cooks in just 10 minutes and the spinach wilts in just a few minutes more. I like to add a little bit of garlic and onion to the dish for extra flavor.
Sha'Novia Austin
s_a57@hotmail.co.ukI made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a big hit! The presentation was beautiful and the flavors were amazing. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking to impress their guests.
Chaennie Kim
chaenniekim34@yahoo.comThis is one of my favorite recipes. It's so versatile and can be served as a main course or a side dish. I love that it's packed with vegetables and that it's a healthy way to get my kids to eat their greens.
Ismail Afzal
afzal.ismail@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I really enjoyed this dish. The orzo was cooked perfectly and the spinach was wilted just enough to retain its texture. The flavors were well-balanced and the dish was very satisfying.
Tonja Jones
jones.t72@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love that I can use fresh or frozen spinach, depending on what I have on hand. I also like to add a little bit of lemon zest to brighten up the flavors.
Falesha Patterson
patterson.f61@gmail.comI made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The orzo was tender and flavorful, and the spinach added a nice pop of color and nutrients. I will definitely be making this again.
Sylva Lautenbach
l_sylva99@aol.comI followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great! The orzo was cooked perfectly and the spinach was wilted just the right amount. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
kato koto
kato@hotmail.co.ukThis orzo with wilted spinach recipe was a hit with my family! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the spinach wilted beautifully. I will definitely be making this again.