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Orzo with Spinach and Feta Cheese



Orzo with Spinach and Feta Cheese
Total Preparation Time: less than 15 minutes Number of Servings: 4
Actual Cooking Time:less than 15 minutes Source: American Diabetes Association
Food Groups: Grains, Milk & Milk Products, Vegetables
Main Ingredient: Rice, Pasta & Bread
Meal Type: Dinner Entrée
Nutrition Content: Good Source of Calcium, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Sodium
Special Features: Quick to Prepare (under 30 minutes), Simple (6 or less ingredients) , Vegetarian
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Ingredients:

1 cup Orzo pasta
1 1/4 teaspoon Olive oil
3/4 medium Onion, minced
7 ounces frozen chopped Spinach, thawed and well drained
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Feta cheese, crumbled
Freshly ground black Pepper

Preparation:

Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add the onion and saute for 5 minutes. Add the spinach and saute for 4 more minutes. Toss the onion spinach mixture with the hot orzo. Add the feta cheese and ground pepper and toss well. Serve immediately.


Nutrient Information
Calories: 108
Total Fat: 3 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat:
Monounsaturated Fat:
Sodium: 119 mg
Carbohydrates: 17 g
Protein: 5 g
Fiber: 3 g
Vitamin A: 396 IU
Vitamin C: 8 mg
Calcium: 114 mg
Iron: 2 mg

Cook's Notes: