Description
Butternut Squash and Black Bean Orzo with Sausage and Spinach is a cozy, autumn-inspired dish that combines the sweetness of roasted butternut squash with the hearty flavors of savory sausage and nutritious black beans. This one-pot meal is not only easy to prepare but also packed with wholesome ingredients, making it an ideal choice for both holiday gatherings and quick weeknight dinners. The delightful mix of orzo pasta, fresh spinach, and aromatic herbs creates a comforting dish that will leave everyone satisfied. Enjoy this nutritious and flavorful recipe as a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups butternut squash (peeled, seeded, and cubed)
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 12 oz cooked sausage (such as cajun or smoked)
- 15 oz canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Fresh thyme
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed butternut squash with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 25 minutes until tender.
- While the squash roasts, boil salted water in a large pot and cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- In the same pot, add cooked sausage slices along with black beans and heat through over medium heat.
- Once heated, fold in roasted squash and spinach until wilted.
- Season with fresh thyme to taste, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg