Description
Baked Feta Orzo is a creamy, flavorful dish that elevates your weeknight dinners to new heights. This one-pot pasta recipe features a delicious blend of baked feta, fresh vegetables, and tender orzo, all combined into a satisfying meal that is both easy to prepare and visually appealing. Perfect for busy families or cozy gatherings, this dish transforms everyday ingredients into an impressive culinary experience. With its rich flavors and delightful textures, Baked Feta Orzo will surely become a favorite on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g block of feta cheese
- 300g baby plum or cherry tomatoes
- 200g asparagus
- 2 cups uncooked orzo
- 100g baby spinach
- Fresh basil
- Chives
- 60g mascarpone
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). In a large oven-safe pan, place the feta and drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 8 minutes until softened.
- Add halved tomatoes and chopped asparagus around the feta. Drizzle with more olive oil and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes until golden.
- While baking, cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some starchy water.
- Mash the baked feta with a fork and mix in the cooked orzo. Stir in baby spinach and reserved starchy water until creamy.
- Finish with chopped basil, chives, mascarpone, and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg