Spinach Feta Orzo

This is a tasty side dish that's also healthy and low in calories. It's one of the recipes in my book, Living the Thin Life.

• Ready In: 14 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup orzo pasta
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 3  green onions, chopped
• 10  ounces fresh spinach leaves or 10  ounces  thawed frozen chopped spinach
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Directions

1. Boil water in a saucepan. Add orzo and boil uncovered for about 8 or 9 minutes.
2. While the orzo is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, red pepper, and onions. Cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add spinach and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
5. Drain orzo and add to spinach mixture. Toss in lemon juice, salt, and feta cheese. Stir well.