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Main course · British

Spinach, Pea and Lemon Orzo One-Pot

25 min Serves 4 ~383 kcal/serving ~£3.80 (£0.95/serving) Dairy-freeKid-friendlyVeganVegetarian

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Ingredients

  • 100 g baby spinach leaves
  • 200 g frozen peas
  • 300 g orzo
  • 700 ml vegetable stock
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories
383 kcal
Protein
13.2 g
Carbohydrate
59.9 g
of which sugars
4.5 g
Fat
8.7 g
of which saturates
1.3 g
Fibre
6.7 g
Salt
1.38 g

Estimated from typical values for each ingredient — a guide, not a substitute for the label on what you actually buy.

Method

  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil in a large pan and add the orzo, stirring for 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Pour in the vegetable stock and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Add the frozen peas and cook for a further 3 minutes until the orzo is tender.

  4. 4

    Stir in the baby spinach leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted, then squeeze over the lemon juice.

  5. 5

    Season and serve immediately.

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