Baked Feta Orzo: A Simple and Delicious Recipe You Need to Try!
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A simple and delicious recipe that combines baked feta cheese with orzo pasta for a flavorful dish.
- Author: Jenna
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 oz orzo pasta
- 1 block (8 oz) feta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine the orzo, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place the block of feta cheese in the center of the dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the feta is golden and the tomatoes are blistered.
- Remove from the oven and stir everything together until well combined.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg