Best 7 Spinach Mushroom Orzo With Toasted Walnuts Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Spinach Mushroom Orzo with Toasted Walnuts recipe. This delectable dish combines the earthy flavors of sautéed spinach and mushrooms, the tender texture of orzo pasta, and the nutty crunch of toasted walnuts. A creamy sauce made with Greek yogurt and grated Parmesan cheese adds a rich and tangy dimension, while a sprinkling of fresh herbs provides a burst of aromatic freshness.

Alongside this main course, you'll also find a collection of equally enticing recipes to satisfy your culinary cravings. Discover the zesty and flavorful Lemon Butter Salmon with Roasted Vegetables, where tender salmon fillets are pan-seared to perfection and bathed in a vibrant lemon butter sauce, accompanied by a medley of roasted vegetables.

For a comforting and hearty meal, try the One-Pot Creamy Pesto Pasta. This dish features succulent shrimp and tender vegetables tossed in a luscious pesto sauce, all cooked together in one pot for a hassle-free and flavorful experience.

If you're seeking a refreshing and vibrant option, the Quinoa Salad with Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese is a must-try. This salad combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets, the tangy creaminess of goat cheese, and the nutty crunch of walnuts, all tossed in a light and flavorful dressing.

And finally, satisfy your sweet tooth with the indulgent Chocolate Chip Blondies. These chewy and gooey blondies are studded with an abundance of chocolate chips, creating a delectable treat that's perfect for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORZO WITH PEPPERS & SPINACH



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Sweet bell peppers are a good source of vitamin C, which helps the body fight infection and absorb folate and iron. And what bright flavor and color! -Tammi Kettenbach, Jerseyville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (about 8 ounces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium sweet orange pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute peppers and mushrooms until tender. Add garlic and seasonings; cook and stir 1 minute., Stir in spinach until wilted. Stir in orzo and cheese; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORZO WITH MUSHROOMS AND WALNUTS



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This recipe makes quite a bit. Everyone I've prepared it for loves it. You can easily cut the recipe in half.

Provided by Amanda Dattilio

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, chopped
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place walnuts on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until they release their aroma. Stir once or twice for even toasting.
  • Heat oil in a large heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onion and mushrooms until tender and golden brown.
  • Pour in broth, and bring to a boil. Stir in orzo, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer until orzo is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes. If after 15 minutes there is still liquid, remove cover, and cook until liquid is gone. Remove from heat, and stir in walnuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 9.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 485.5 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

ONE-PAN ORZO WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Similar to spanakorizo, a Greek spinach and rice dish, this easy, meatless meal features orzo, spinach, peas and scallions. It is deeply satisfying but still on the lighter side of pasta recipes, thanks to all those vegetables. A little feta gives it creaminess and tang, while some lemon zest brightens everything up. It makes a complete meal on its own, or, if you're looking for something more substantial, serve this as a hearty side dish to roasted meats or fish.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 large scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces baby spinach leaves (8 cups), coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup orzo
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
3/4 cup crumbled feta (3 ounces), plus more for garnish
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed (optional)
1 cup chopped fresh dill, or use parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium, then melt butter, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in about three-quarters of the scallions (saving some of the green parts for garnish) and garlic, and cook until softened, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach, adding in batches if it doesn't all fit in the pan at once, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in orzo, lemon zest and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until orzo is nearly cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 14 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  • Stir in cheese, peas (if you like) and dill, cover the pan, and cook for another 1 minute, to finish cooking and warm the peas. To serve, sprinkle with more cheese and the reserved scallions.

SPINACH-MUSHROOM ORZO WITH TOASTED WALNUTS



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The walnuts must be toasted for this recipe, to do so place onto a baking sheet, bake at 350 degrees F for about 8-10 minutes until lightly browned, tossing a few times

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Spinach

Time 35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts (can use 3/4 cup)
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 large garlic cloves, chopped (do not finely mince the garlic)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional and adjust to taste)
1/2 lb fresh sliced mushrooms (can use more)
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained (hand-squeeze dry to remove any excess moisture)
3 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add in onions and sliced mushrooms; cook until tender golden brown (the onions must be browned, this may take about 5-6 minutes or a little more) adding in the chopped garlic and a pinch of cayenne pepper the last 2 minutes of cooking.
  • Add in the spinach and cook stirring for 2 minutes.
  • Add in chicken broth; bring to a boil stirring constantly.
  • Add in uncooked orzo, stir then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the orzo is tender (about 20 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and stir in the walnuts and Parmesan cheese.
  • Season with salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.1, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 374.2, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 2.7, Protein 11.1

ORZO WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large bunches spinach, leaves only, well washed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/4 inch dice
2 cups dried orzo pasta

Steps:

  • Heat a large covered skillet over medium high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and when it is hot, add the spinach with all the water still clinging to its leaves from washing. Cover and cook for 2 minutes, then remove the lid and turn the spinach over with tongs. Replace the lid and cook for 2 minutes more. Repeat until all the spinach is wilted and tender. Stir in a pinch each of salt and pepper. Transfer the spinach to a colander set over a bowl and drain. When cool enough to handle, press down on the spinach to extract as much liquid as possible. Chop the spinach coarsely and reserve the juice.
  • In a large heavy skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and stir for 1 to 2 minutes, until slightly golden. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes, until the garlic gives off its aroma. Season to taste, stir in the diced tomatoes and the spinach, and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat.
  • In a large saucepan, bring a generous amount of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo, stirring occasionally to stop them from sticking, for about 9 minutes or until tender. Drain thoroughly, shaking the colander to get rid of most of the water, and transfer them to the skillet with the spinach mixture and the reserved spinach juice. Toss to mix the ingredients evenly, taste for seasoning and reheat gently before serving.

ORZO WITH SPINACH AND PINE NUTS



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I have shared this salad many times with the teachers at my school. They enjoy it so much that they ask me to bring it in. It's best to put the tomatoes on the salad just before serving so they won't wilt from the heat and moisture. In my opinion, the dish would not be as delectable if you substitute another vinegar for the balsamic vinegar.-Kate Whitehead, Lindenhurst, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
1 cup pine nuts
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 packages (6 ounces each) fresh baby spinach
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1 large tomato, finely chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the pine nuts, garlic, basil and pepper flakes in oil and butter just until nuts are lightly browned., Add the spinach, salt and pepper; cook and stir just until spinach is wilted, 4-5 minutes longer. Transfer to a large bowl., Drain pasta. Stir into spinach mixture. Drizzle with vinegar; sprinkle with cheese and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 411mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

INSTANT POT® SPINACH AND MUSHROOM ORZO



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Try this simple Instant Pot® recipe for orzo with fresh spinach and portobello mushrooms - a quick and easy side dish or light main for weekdays.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup chicken broth
½ cup tricolor orzo
1 tablespoon butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup julienned fresh spinach
2 ounces sliced portobello mushrooms
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth and orzo in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®); stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Switch to Saute function. Stir in butter, minced garlic, spinach, and mushrooms. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1069.3 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients prepped and measured. This will help you stay organized and ensure that your recipe goes smoothly.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your dish will taste. This is especially important for vegetables, herbs, and spices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking vegetables, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to steam or boil instead of sautéing.
  • Season to taste: Always taste your dish before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. This may include adding more salt, pepper, garlic, or herbs.
  • Garnish your dish: A simple garnish can make your dish look more appetizing and inviting. Some good options include chopped fresh herbs, grated Parmesan cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

Spinach mushroom orzo with toasted walnuts is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish even more delicious and impressive. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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