White Bean Orzo
White Bean Orzo is a flavorful, protein-packed meal that’s meatless and so easy to make! Tender orzo and white beans are mixed with ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Cajun seasoning in a simple parmesan sauce.
Servings 6
Calories 464kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Yellow onion diced
- 1/2 Cup Sun-dried tomatoes julienne cut
- 3 Cloves Garlic minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
- 1 Pound Orzo pasta
- 1 15 oz Can White beans drained and rinsed
- 4 Cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 Cup Baby spinach rinsed
- 1/2 Cup Freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, Cajun seasoning, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
- Add the pasta, beans, and vegetable broth and turn the heat up to high until it boils.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the pasta is softened.
- Stir in the spinach and once softened stir in the parmesan a handful at a time until melted.
- Add more salt and pepper to taste if needed, then serve with grated parmesan and freshly minced parsley for garnish if desired.
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Storing:
This white bean orzo can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
This white bean orzo can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 366mg | Potassium: 898mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 842IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 4mg