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Suggested Serving Size

1 cup

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Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 4 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 3/4 cup multigrain orzo
• 1 cup (15 oz) no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 tsp chopped fresh basil
• 1 Tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 1 package (6 oz package each) fresh baby spinach
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

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Preparation

1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, or until onion is softened. Add chicken broth and water and bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to medium and add orzo, lemon zest and chickpeas. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, or until orzo is al dente.
3. Stir in basil, lemon juice, pepper, salt and spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted.
4. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories	259
Total Fat	6
Sat Fat	2
Cholesterol	6
Sodium	333
Total Carb	37
Fibers	7
Sugars	0
Proteins	13