Description
A bright and flavorful dish combining creamy orzo, fresh spinach, tangy feta, and toasted pine nuts, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta
- 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the cooked orzo, spinach, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir until the spinach wilts.
- Remove from heat and fold in crumbled feta and toasted pine nuts.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: orzo, spinach, feta, Mediterranean, creamy pasta, quick recipe