Dinner

Feta and Spinach Orzo

Name: Feta and Spinach Orzo
Prep time: 6 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 16 min
Yield: 5 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind; 1 tablespoon light butter; 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup finely chopped shallots; 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry; 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

6 October 2026

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Total Time16 Mins

Serves5

Per Serving$1.62

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Fetan and Spinach Orzo takes roughly 16 minutes from beginning to end. One serving contains 298 calories, 12g of protein, and 8g of fat. For $1.62 per serving, you get a main course that serves 5. Head to the store and pick up vegetable broth, flour, butter, and a few other things to make it today.

Lunch Side Dish Cheese Spinach

Method:

1
Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2
Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
3
Add shallots and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until tender.
4
Sprinkle flour over mixture; cook 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in broth; bring to a boil.
5
Add rind, juice, and salt. Simmer 3 to 5 minutes or until thick.
6
Combine orzo, spinach, cheese, and shallot mixture; stir until blended.

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