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Butternut Squash and Black Bean Orzo with Sausage and Spinach

Butternut Squash and Black Bean Orzo with Sausage and Spinach Delight

This Butternut Squash and Black Bean Orzo with Sausage and Spinach is a hearty dish packed with protein and flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Can substitute with ditalini or fusilli
For the Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium Butternut Squash Peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 lb Sausage (chicken or turkey) Try plant-based sausage for a vegetarian option
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Bloom in oil for enhanced flavor
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Wilting recommended
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works as a dairy-free substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (optional) Chopped for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, toss butternut squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook orzo according to package instructions, around 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  4. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Add ground cumin and stir for 1 minute, then fold in black beans and spinach until wilted.
  6. Gently fold in roasted butternut squash and cooked orzo. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until mixed and melted.
  7. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the mixture, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Serve warm in bowls, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Leftovers store well in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Add water or broth when reheating if needed.

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