Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Sundried Tomato Orzo Pasta, a quick and delightful dish perfect for any occasion. In just 30 minutes, you can create a colorful meal that combines the sweetness of sundried tomatoes with the earthy tones of fresh spinach and garlic. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile—customize it with your favorite proteins or vegetables for a satisfying dinner that impresses everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sundried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Bring salted water to a boil, add orzo, and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add sundried tomatoes: Stir in chopped sundried tomatoes and cook for an additional minute.
- Combine ingredients: Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, add cooked orzo and spinach, stirring until spinach wilts.
- Season and serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve drizzled with olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg