Spinach Mushroom Orzo

Here’s a simple, comforting Spinach Mushroom Orzo recipe—great as a light main or a flavorful side 🍄🌿

Spinach Mushroom Orzo

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ small onion or shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• Salt & black pepper, to taste
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 1 tbsp butter or lemon juice (optional, for finishing)

Instructions

1. Sauté vegetables:
   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and mushrooms. Cook 5–7 minutes until mushrooms are browned.
2. Add garlic & orzo:
   Stir in garlic and orzo; cook 1 minute to lightly toast.
3. Simmer:
   Pour in broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed.
4. Finish:
   Stir in spinach until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
5. Serve:
   Remove from heat. Stir in Parmesan and butter or lemon juice if using.

Variations

• Creamy: Stir in ¼ cup cream or cream cheese
• Protein add-in: Chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas
• Extra flavor: Add thyme, rosemary, or sun-dried tomatoes

Serving Ideas

• Pair with grilled chicken or fish
• Serve with a crisp salad and crusty bread

If you want, I can make this one-pot, vegan, or meal-prep friendly.