Ground Beef Orzo
Ground Beef Orzo is the perfect solution for busy weeknights or family gatherings, combining tender orzo pasta with seasoned ground beef in a rich, flavorful sauce. This comforting dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes from start to finish—but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it to your taste. Whether you choose to incorporate extra vegetables or switch up the protein, Ground Beef Orzo is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Plus, being a one-pan meal means less cleanup and more time enjoying with loved ones!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion in olive oil until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and brown for 6-8 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and canned tomatoes; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the orzo and beef broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 10-12 minutes until orzo absorbs broth.
- Mix in spinach and Italian seasoning; stir until spinach wilts (about 1 minute).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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