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Butternut Squash and Black Bean Orzo with Sausage and Spinach

Butternut Squash and Black Bean Orzo with Sausage Delight

A cozy and vibrant dish featuring butternut squash, black beans, sausage, and spinach in orzo pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Orzo
  • 2 cups orzo pasta soak up all those delicious flavors!
For the Butternut Squash
  • 1 medium butternut squash peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil enhances roasting
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Sausage Mixture
  • 1 pound sausage (chicken or turkey)
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
For the Bean and Spinach Blend
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh spinach stir until just wilted
For the Finishing Touches
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese or dairy-free version
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1 whole lemon juice for flavor

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and toss the diced butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. In a pot, bring salted water to a boil, add orzo pasta, and cook for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add sausage and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  4. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 3–4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  5. Stir in ground cumin and cook for 1 minute. Add black beans and spinach, and cook for 2–3 minutes until spinach wilts.
  6. Add the roasted squash, cooked orzo, and Parmesan cheese to the skillet, mixing until well combined.
  7. Squeeze lemon juice over the mixture and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish stores beautifully in the fridge and can be reheated for quick lunches or dinners throughout the week.

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