Butternut Orzo With Wild Mushrooms

Golden orzo, caramelized butternut, and earthy mushrooms come together in this warm and hearty dish. Topped with creamy ricotta, crunchy walnuts, and lemon zest, it’s a flavour-packed meal that feels like a hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

FOR 1 PERSON

75 g orzo pasta
150 g butternut squash, peeled and diced into small cubes
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
100 g wild mushrooms, e.g. chanterelles or oyster mushrooms
1 tsp honey
1/4 tsp dried oregano
2-3 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
2 tsp olive oil
pinch salt and pepper
2 tbsp ricotta
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tbsp roasted walnuts, chopped

Instructions

STEP 01

Prepare the butternut squash

Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced butternut squash and cook until soft and lightly caramelized, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

STEP 02

Sauté the mushrooms

In the same skillet, heat a bit more olive oil over high heat. Add the chopped shallot and garlic, and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Add the mushrooms and cook on high heat until browned and tender, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.

STEP 03

Toast and cook the orzo

In a separate pan, toast the orzo over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil until lightly golden. Add honey, oregano, and sage, and stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Add a small splash of water, cover, and let simmer until the orzo is cooked al dente and slightly caramelized, about 8 to 10 minutes. Add more water as needed.

STEP 04

Make the ricotta spread

In a small bowl, mix the ricotta with olive oil and lemon zest. Season lightly with salt.

STEP 05

Prepare the garnish

Chop the roasted walnuts and fresh sage leaves.

STEP 06

Assemble the dish

In your Tylla bowl, arrange the cooked orzo as the base, then add the sautéed mushrooms, caramelized butternut squash, and dollops of the ricotta spread. Sprinkle with roasted walnuts, fresh sage, and a touch of lemon zest. Prefer to keep everything separate? Use your Rikko lunchbox instead.