Description
Creamy Orzo with Roasted Butternut Squash and Spinach is a hearty and comforting dish that combines tender orzo pasta with sweet, caramelized butternut squash and vibrant spinach. Enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. Easy to customize based on available ingredients, it promises to delight your taste buds in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the diced butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- Cook the orzo in boiling salted water according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add spinach and stir until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Combine cooked orzo and roasted squash with sautéed spinach in the skillet. Pour in heavy cream and add Parmesan cheese. Stir until well combined.
- Serve hot with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 60mg