Description
A comforting and quick dish of orzo pasta tossed with garlic butter, earthy mushrooms, and fresh spinach, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking until the mushrooms are soft and golden.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, brightening the dish.
- Add the cooked orzo to the skillet, mixing everything together for a harmonious blend of flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your preference.
- Serve warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead: You can cook the orzo and prep the vegetables in advance. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg