Description

Savor the delightful taste of One Pot Creamy Tomato Orzo! This simple yet flavorful dish combines orzo, cherry tomatoes, and spinach, creating a perfect quick dinner option that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons oil
1 large or 2 small shallots, diced
pinch of salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
½ teaspoon italian seasoning
6 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
1½ cups (10 ounces) orzo
½ cup white wine
3¾ cups vegan chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
⅓–½ cup plain vegan cream cheese, softened
2 handfuls fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup grated vegan parmesan
fresh parsley, chopped
fresh basil, chopped
black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced shallots and a generous pinch of salt, sautéing for about 3 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant without burning.
Add tomato paste, cooking it for about 3 minutes while stirring constantly until it darkens and becomes fragrant, then mix in the Italian seasoning.
Incorporate the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-5 minutes until the skins wrinkle and juices are released, mashing some tomatoes gently.
Add orzo to the pot and stir thoroughly to coat; let it sit undisturbed for 1-2 minutes to slightly toast for added flavor.
Pour in the white wine, stirring and scraping any browned bits from the pot, allowing the wine to cook until absorbed for about 2-3 minutes.
Add vegan chicken broth, stirring well to bring to a simmer. Lower the heat and cover, cooking for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until orzo is tender and broth is mostly absorbed, creating a creamy mixture.
Stir in vegan cream cheese until melted, creating a rich sauce, then add chopped spinach and vegan parmesan, mixing well.
Remove from heat, garnish with parsley and basil, and adjust salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amount of spinach to your liking for extra greens.
If you prefer a bit more heat, add more red pepper flakes to suit your taste.
This dish pairs nicely with a side salad or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 310
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 0mg