Greek Lemon Orzo with Spinach and Feta
Bright lemony orzo tossed with spinach and feta. 380 calories, 14g protein, a quick vegetarian Mediterranean side or light meal.
Greek Lemon Orzo with Spinach and Feta has 380 calories per serving, with 14g protein, 58g carbs, 11g fat, and 4g fiber. Prep 5 min, cook 15 min.
Nutrition per serving
4 serving(s)
380
Calories
14g
Protein
28% DV
58g
Carbs
21% DV
11g
Fat
14% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
5 min
Cook Time
15 min
Servings
4
Est. Cost
$4.00
Greek Lemon Orzo with Spinach and Feta
A bright, briny pasta side that doubles as a light meal. Lemony orzo wilts fresh spinach and gets a salty punch from feta in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 2 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 medium lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add spinach and toss 2 minutes until wilted.
- Stir in orzo, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add splashes of pasta water to loosen.
- Fold in feta, taste, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 14g |
| Carbs | 58g |
| Fat | 11g |
| Fiber | 4g |
Tips
- Pasta water helps the sauce cling to the orzo.
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for more protein.
- Reheat gently with a splash of water.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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