Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo
Creamy Parmesan Spinach Orzo is a rich, comforting dish that elevates everyday ingredients into a delightful gourmet experience. With its luscious creamy sauce infused with freshly grated Parmesan and vibrant spinach, this orzo recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, each bite offers an explosion of flavor that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo: Boil salted water in a large pot, add orzo, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Sauté garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Create sauce: Pour in heavy cream while stirring; add grated Parmesan and mix until melted and smooth.
- Combine: Gently fold the cooked orzo into the sauce, adjusting texture with more cream if needed.
- Serve: Dish out the creamy orzo on plates or serve directly from the skillet, garnished with extra Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg