Description
Creamy Orzo Pasta with Mushrooms and Spinach is the perfect cozy and comforting dish for busy weeknights. Tender orzo pasta is enveloped in a velvety sauce with earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a hint of Parmesan. This quick and easy recipe brings gourmet flavors to your table without the fuss!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and browned.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Stir in the cooked orzo pasta and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a burst of freshness, squeeze a little lemon juice over the pasta before serving.
- Use baby bella or cremini mushrooms for a deeper flavor.
- Substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for a richer taste if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Creamy orzo pasta, mushroom orzo, spinach orzo, easy pasta recipes, vegetarian dinner