Spinach Mushroom Orzo - Vegan, Oil-Free
Turmeric gives this a pop of color and anti-inflammatory kick, while the chickpeas add vegan protein along with spinach, the powerhouse green veggie.
Servings: 0
Calories:
Ingredients
- 1 onion, yellow, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1 can salt-free garbanzo beans, drained
- 1/2 lb orzo pasta
- 1-2 cups water
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz brown mushrooms, rinsed and sliced
- 2 large handfuls of spinach
Instructions
- Add onion with a little water to a saute pan and cook until translucent. Add more water if necessary to prevent sticking.
- Over medium heat, add the garlic and lemon juice, then beans and orzo. Sprinkle spices- turmeric and pepper- over the orzo. Add water to just barely cover the orzo and cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
- In the last 2-3 minutes, add the spinach and mushrooms. Stir frequently while they cook gently. Do not overcook. When orzo is soft and spinach is gently wilted, remove from heat and serve immediately.