One-Pot Greek Beef & Spinach Orzo with Lemon-Dill Yogurt Sauce
Enjoy a flavorful and wholesome Greek-inspired dinner in just one pot! Tender ground beef, gluten-free orzo, and fresh spinach are simmered together and served with a tangy lemon-dill yogurt sauce for a satisfying, gluten-free meal.
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1.5 cups gluten-free orzo pasta
- 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 4 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
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Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes.
⏱️ 4 minutes 🌡️ Medium heatAdd minced garlic and ground beef. Cook, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 6 minutes.
⏱️ 6 minutes 🌡️ Medium heatStir in gluten-free orzo, beef broth, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer until orzo is tender and most liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
⏱️ 15 minutes 🌡️ Low heatUncover and stir in chopped spinach and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until spinach is wilted.
⏱️ 4 minutes 🌡️ Medium heatWhile the orzo simmers, prepare the lemon-dill yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, dill, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix well and set aside.
⏱️ 3 minutesRemove the pot from heat. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and serve each portion with a generous dollop of lemon-dill yogurt sauce.
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Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.
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