Description
Creamy Orzo with Mushrooms and Spinach is a delightful and comforting dish that combines the rich, earthy flavors of sautéed mushrooms with the freshness of vibrant spinach, all enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinner gatherings, taking just 30 minutes to prepare. With its cheesy goodness from Parmesan and fluffy orzo pasta, this one-pot meal is not only satisfying but also incredibly versatile—serve it as a main course or a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Sauté sliced mushrooms in olive oil and butter over medium heat until browned. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped spinach and cook until wilted.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; whisk in vegetable broth and cream until thickened.
- Combine the cooked orzo with the creamy sauce, then stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg