Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Baked Feta Orzo, a simple yet impressive dish that brings together creamy feta, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked orzo. This one-pan wonder is ideal for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike. With minimal cleanup required, you can focus on enjoying quality time with your loved ones while savoring this comforting meal. The rich feta sauce, combined with fresh ingredients like asparagus and cherry tomatoes, creates a burst of flavors in every bite. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite veggies or whatever leftovers you have on hand!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g block of feta cheese
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 300g baby plum or cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 200g asparagus (sliced)
- 2 cups uncooked orzo
- 100g baby spinach (roughly diced)
- Fresh basil and chives (for garnish)
- 2 oz mascarpone cheese
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200C/390F.
- Place feta in a large oven-safe pan and drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil. Bake for 8 minutes.
- Add asparagus and tomatoes around the feta, drizzle with remaining olive oil, and sprinkle with black pepper. Bake for another 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Cook orzo in boiling salted water until al dente; drain using a sieve.
- Mash baked feta until smooth, then mix in the cooked orzo and spinach along with starchy water to create a creamy sauce.
- Fold in chopped basil, chives, and mascarpone; adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg