Description
Turkey & Spinach Orzo Bowl is a delightful, wholesome dish that combines tender ground turkey, vibrant spinach, and fluffy orzo pasta. This colorful meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, offering restaurant-quality flavors in just one bowl. With its adaptable ingredients and simple preparation steps, it’s sure to impress both family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion, mincing the garlic, and rinsing the spinach.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the onions until translucent, then add minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in ground turkey and cook until browned (about 7-10 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and orzo. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Fold in spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.
- Remove from heat; stir in lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg