Roman Spinach With Orzo

This Roman Spinach with Orzo is a delightful, lightweight meal that captures the essence of simple Italian cooking. The dish features fresh, tender spinach wilted to perfection and combined with small, rice-shaped orzo pasta for a satisfying texture. Enriched with fat-free, low-salt chicken broth, it delivers a savory depth without the heaviness of cream-based sauces. The result is a bright, nutritious, and comforting bowl that feels both elegant and homey. It is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch when you crave something wholesome yet flavorful. The combination of earthy greens and chewy pasta creates a harmonious balance that appeals to vegetarians and meat-lovers alike, especially when topped with a little parmesan if desired.

Cooking Method: Boiling

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 2

Calories: 57.5

Description

This Roman Spinach with Orzo is a delightful, lightweight meal that captures the essence of simple Italian cooking. The dish features fresh, tender spinach wilted to perfection and combined with small, rice-shaped orzo pasta for a satisfying texture. Enriched with fat-free, low-salt chicken broth, it delivers a savory depth without the heaviness of cream-based sauces. The result is a bright, nutritious, and comforting bowl that feels both elegant and homey. It is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch when you crave something wholesome yet flavorful. The combination of earthy greens and chewy pasta creates a harmonious balance that appeals to vegetarians and meat-lovers alike, especially when topped with a little parmesan if desired.

Ingredients

10 ounce Fresh spinach
1/4 cup ~water
2 tablespoon Fat-freee, low salt chicken

Directions

1
Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil over high heat.
2
Add the orzo pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package directions until al dente, usually about 7-9 minutes.
3
Drain the orzo thoroughly in a colander and return it to the pot.
4
Add the fresh spinach and the fat-free low-salt chicken broth (or water) to the pot with the warm orzo.
5
Cover the pot and let it sit for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted and heated through.
6
Fluff the mixture with a fork, season with black pepper if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 57.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.0g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 197.5mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 9.0g3%
Dietary Fiber 5.5g22%
Sugars 1.0g
Protein 7.2g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Note: The ingredient list mentions "~water" and "Fat-freee, low salt chicken" which likely refers to chicken broth or stock. If you have chicken broth, use that for better flavor. If not, water with a pinch of salt works fine.

Tip: For extra flavor, add a clove of minced garlic or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

Variation: Add toasted pine nuts or grated Parmesan cheese for a richer texture.

Keywords: spinach, orzo, italian, chicken, pasta, healthy, light, vegetarian, quick, dinner, easy, gluten-free, low-fat, greens, meal

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/roman-spinach-with-orzo/