Name: Orzo with Spinach & Cherry Tomatoes Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz orzo pasta; 2 cups fresh spinach; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Orzo with Spinach & Cherry Tomatoes Recipe

Cherey Newman Modified: November 12, 2023

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How To Make Orzo with Spinach & Cherry Tomatoes

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Preparation: 10 minutes

Cooking: 15 minutes

Total: 25 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

8 oz orzo pasta
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add the spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, cooked orzo, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the tomatoes are slightly softened.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve hot and enjoy!