Delicious Ground Beef Orzo Recipe for Everyone Recipe
This Delicious Ground Beef Orzo Recipe is a satisfying and flavorful dish that is perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends. The combination of lean ground beef, orzo pasta, and a medley of herbs and vegetables creates a hearty and delicious one-pot meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with herbs
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or other greens)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (basil, oregano, thyme)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and canned tomatoes; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add orzo and beef broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 10-12 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach and Italian seasoning until spinach wilts (about 1 minute).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Ground Beef, Orzo Pasta, One-Pot Meal, Family Dinner, Easy Recipe
