Description
A delightful baked feta orzo dish that combines hearty orzo pasta with creamy feta and fresh cherry tomatoes, perfect for both casual dinners and special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 200g feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the tomatoes are bursting and the feta is golden.
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions.
- Mix the feta mixture with the cooked orzo.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Use ripe cherry tomatoes for the best results and consider adding a splash of lemon juice for extra brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: baked feta orzo, Mediterranean pasta, vegetarian recipes, easy pasta dish, summer meals
