Spinach Mushroom Orzo

This creamy spinach mushroom orzo is a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal. Moreover, it combines tender mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a rich dairy-free sauce. As a result, you get a dish that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Whether you need a quick dinner or a cozy meal, this recipe is a perfect choice.

⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 20 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• ½ cup coconut milk or cashew cream
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Heat the Pan
   First, heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced mushrooms.
2. Cook the Mushrooms
   Next, sauté the mushrooms until they become golden and tender. Then, stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
3. Add Garlic
   After that, add the minced garlic and cook for about one minute. As a result, the mixture will become fragrant.
4. Toast the Orzo
   Now, add the orzo pasta to the pan. Then, stir it for 1–2 minutes so it lightly toasts and absorbs flavor.
5. Simmer the Orzo
   Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a gentle simmer. Meanwhile, stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Let it cook for 8–10 minutes until the orzo is tender.
6. Make it Creamy
   Once the orzo is cooked, stir in coconut milk (or cashew cream), nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, thyme, and chili flakes. Consequently, the dish will become rich and creamy.
7. Add Spinach
   Then, add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted. At the same time, stir gently to combine all ingredients.
8. Finish the Dish
   Finally, add lemon juice and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
9. Serve
   Serve warm. For best results, enjoy immediately while creamy and fresh.

🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

🔥 Calories: ~320 kcal

🍽️ Macronutrients

• Carbohydrates: 38g
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 15g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 3g