Name: One Pot Creamy Tomato Orzo
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons oil; 1 large or 2 small shallots, diced; pinch of salt; 4 cloves garlic, minced; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; ½ teaspoon italian seasoning; 6 oz cherry tomatoes, halved; 1½ cups (10 ounces) orzo; ½ cup white wine; 3¾ cups vegan chicken broth (or vegetable broth); ⅓-½ cup plain vegan cream cheese, softened; 2 handfuls fresh spinach, chopped; ½ cup grated vegan parmesan; fresh parsley, chopped; fresh basil, chopped; black pepper, to taste

Description

This One Pot Creamy Tomato Orzo brings a delicious blend of flavors, with simple prep and key ingredients like cherry tomatoes and vegan cream cheese. A quick and comforting dish for any night.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons oil
1 large or 2 small shallots, diced
pinch of salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
½ teaspoon italian seasoning
6 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
1½ cups (10 ounces) orzo
½ cup white wine
3¾ cups vegan chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
⅓–½ cup plain vegan cream cheese, softened
2 handfuls fresh spinach, chopped
½ cup grated vegan parmesan
fresh parsley, chopped
fresh basil, chopped
black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced shallots and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
Add tomato paste, stirring to combine. Cook for about 3 minutes until it darkens and becomes fragrant.
Stir in halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for 3-5 minutes until skins wrinkle and juices are released, gently mashing some.
Add orzo and stir well. Let sit undisturbed for 1-2 minutes to toast slightly.
Pour in white wine, scraping up browned bits. Let cook until absorbed, about 2-3 minutes.
Add vegan chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20 minutes until orzo is tender.
Stir in vegan cream cheese until melted, creating a creamy sauce.
Add chopped spinach and vegan parmesan, stirring to combine.
Remove from heat, garnish with parsley and basil, and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use roasted cherry tomatoes.
Feel free to substitute any preferred type of pasta for the orzo.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 385
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 755mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg