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Spinach and Basil Orzo Recipe

Spinach and Basil Orzo Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 tsp crushed garlic
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 (1-lb) box orzo
1 3/4 cups chicken stock
fistful fresh basil leaves, chopped
3 sprigs rosemary leaves removed and chopped
1 lemon wedge, juiced
1 (10-oz) package frozen spinach , defrosted and water squeezed out

Directions:

Saute garlic and onion in olive oil over medium-high heat for 3 minutes until slightly tender. Add orzo and chicken stock, cover and cook for about 3 minutes on medium heat. Add basil and rosemary and cover and let simmer for about 5 minutes until all liquid has evaporated. Turn heat to low add lemon juice and spinach, stir to combine and cook for 1 minute until spinach is heated through. Serve and Enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	257 Kcal (1076 kJ)
Calories from fat	134.58 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	14.95g	23%
Cholesterol	8.82mg	3%
Sodium	239.45mg	10%
Potassium	306.52mg	7%
Total Carbs	25.38g	8%
Sugars	8.64g	35%
Dietary Fiber	2.29g	9%
Protein	7.77g	16%
Vitamin C	6mg	10%
Vitamin A	0.1mg	2%
Iron	0.2mg	1%
Calcium	32.7mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	80.66 Kcal (338 kJ)
Calories from fat	42.24 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	4.69g	23%
Cholesterol	2.77mg	3%
Sodium	75.15mg	10%
Potassium	96.2mg	7%
Total Carbs	7.97g	8%
Sugars	2.71g	35%
Dietary Fiber	0.72g	9%
Protein	2.44g	16%
Vitamin C	1.9mg	10%
Iron	0.1mg	1%
Calcium	10.3mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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bitter
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