ORZO WITH WILTED SPINACH

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This low cost yet delicious side dish is perfect with chicken and fish dishes. Can also be a vegetarian main course. You can cook the orzo in veggie or chicken stock if preferred.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups orzo pasta, cooked per package directions
1 shallot, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
8 -16 ounces fresh spinach, I use baby but any variety is good
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
salt and pepper
1 -2 tablespoon pine nuts
1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook orzo using package directions and drain.
  • Meanwhile saute shallot and garlic in olive oil in large skillet until softened.
  • Stir in orzo and sun dried tomatoes. Gradually add spinach, you may have to do this in batches until it fits. Cook just until spinach is wilted. Do not overcook. Season to taste.
  • Top with pine nuts and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.1, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 89, Carbohydrate 67.3, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.5, Protein 13.4

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