Orzo with Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach
A comforting and nutritious dish made with roasted butternut squash, sautéed spinach, and orzo pasta, topped with Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups butternut squash (cubed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
- Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pan, sauté spinach over medium heat until wilted.
- Toss cooked orzo with roasted squash, sautéed spinach, Parmesan cheese, and fresh thyme (if using).
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add some toasted nuts like walnuts for extra crunch and flavor.
- This recipe can be made ahead and served cold as a salad for a refreshing twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg