One-Pot Tomato Orzo - Mediterranean Main Dish

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 piece Onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 clove Garlic (minced)
  • 0.5 tsp chilli flakes
  • 300 g orzo pasta
  • 400 g Chopped tomatoes (canned)
  • 700 ml Vegetable stock
  • 100 g Spinach (fresh)
  • 15 g Basil (fresh leaves)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 40 g Parmesan cheese (grated, to serve)
    Alternative: vegan parmesan

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large deep pan over medium heat. Fry onion until soft, about 5 minutes.

  2. Add garlic and chilli flakes, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Stir in orzo, chopped tomatoes, and vegetable stock. Bring to a simmer.

  4. Cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring often, until orzo is tender and sauce is thickened.

  5. Stir in spinach until just wilted. Season to taste.

  6. Finish with fresh basil, lemon juice, and grated parmesan or vegan parmesan. Serve immediately.

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