One-Pot White Bean, Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomato Orzo with Lemon & Feta
This one-pot pasta with white beans, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes is vibrant, flavorful, and easy to clean up. Toasting the orzo adds depth, and sturdier greens like kale or Swiss chard can be used instead of spinach if added toward the end of cooking.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat 1.5 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Add the chopped red onion and cook, stirring often, until aromatic and translucent, about 8 minutes.
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Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
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Add the whole-wheat orzo, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and 1 teaspoon of the sun-dried tomato oil.
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Cook, stirring often, until the orzo is lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
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Add the vegetable broth, cannellini beans, lemon juice, salt, and dried oregano.
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Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the orzo is al dente.
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Stir in the baby spinach and cook uncovered, stirring often, until wilted, about 1 minute.
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Remove from the heat and stir in the chopped basil and lemon zest.
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Divide into serving bowls.
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Top each serving with crumbled feta cheese and toasted pine nuts before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 330kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 48g16%
- Protein 17g34%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Smooth and savory, extra-virgin olive oil creates a rich base that helps build flavor as the aromatics soften and the dish comes together. Sweet and aromatic, red onion and garlic form a flavorful foundation that deepens the overall taste with every bite.
- Toasty and hearty, whole-wheat orzo cooks in the broth to absorb flavor while adding satisfying texture, complemented by tangy sun-dried tomatoes that bring bold, concentrated sweetness.
- Creamy and nourishing, cannellini beans add plant-based protein and heartiness, while vegetable broth ties everything together with a savory, comforting depth.
- Bright and fresh, lemon zest and lemon juice lift the dish with citrusy acidity, balanced by earthy dried oregano and tender baby spinach that adds a light, green finish.
