Description
This One Pot Orzo recipe is a quick, comforting, and flavorful dish that combines tender orzo pasta with sautéed onions, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and fresh spinach, all simmered together in savory vegetable broth with herbs. Perfect for a wholesome weeknight meal, it’s easy to prepare and warms you up with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Orzo and Broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Vegetables
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, preparing a base to sauté the vegetables.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Add diced onions and minced garlic to the pot and cook until translucent, releasing their aromas and softening.
- Cook cherry tomatoes: Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften and release juices.
- Add orzo and broth: Stir in orzo pasta, pour in the vegetable broth, then add dried oregano, salt, and pepper to season the dish.
- Simmer the orzo: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for approximately 10 minutes until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the broth.
- Add spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1-2 minutes, to retain its fresh flavor and nutrients.
- Serve hot: Once the spinach is wilted and everything is well combined, serve the orzo hot as a comforting main or side dish.
Notes
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of Parmesan or nutritional yeast on top for extra flavor.
- For a protein boost, consider stirring in cooked chickpeas or grilled chicken.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth if not vegetarian.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, stir in a splash of cream or coconut milk at the end.
