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Lemony Orzo with Chickpeas and Spinach

25 min4 servings🍳 1 pan$10.00450 cal · 16g protein

Ingredients

  • orzo1½ cups
  • chickpeas1 can
  • baby spinach5 oz
  • vegetable broth3½ cups
  • lemon1 count
  • garlic3 cloves
  • shallot1 count
  • fresh dill1 bunch
  • olive oil2 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the diced shallot in the oil in a deep skillet for 2 minutes, then add the garlic and the dry orzo and toast 2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the broth, bring to a boil, then simmer 10-12 minutes, stirring often, until the orzo is tender and creamy.

  3. 3

    Stir in the drained chickpeas and spinach until wilted.

  4. 4

    Finish with the zest and juice of the lemon, chopped dill, salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Add a splash of water if it gets too thick. Kids usually love it plain before the herbs go in.

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