Orzo with Spinach and Roasted Red Peppers
User Reviews
4.3
9 reviews
Good
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
229 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
Orzo with Spinach and Roasted Red Peppers
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This simple and flavorful orzo with spinach and roasted red peppers is the perfect pasta side dish to go with your next dinner!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced shallots
- 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
- 1/2-3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup diced roasted red peppers diced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 cups packed baby spinach, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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Instructions
- Cook orzo in a large saucepan of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same saucepan heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add in the shallots, garlic, salt and pepper. Saute for 2-3 minutes and then add in the Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar and roasted red peppers.
- Cook for another minute then lower the heat to medium and add the orzo, spinach, basil, and parmesan cheese into the saucepan. Stir everything together and cook for a minute until heated through. Taste for seasoning.
- Garnish with basil leaves and extra parmesan cheese, then serve.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
229kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
36g
(12%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Cholesterol
4mg
(1%)
Sodium
649mg
(27%)
Potassium
313mg
(9%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
1582IU
(32%)
Vitamin C
15mg
(17%)
Calcium
126mg
(13%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 229kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 649mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 313mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1582IU | 32% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 126mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.3
9 reviews
Good
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