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Yesica Andrews

Easy Healthy Baked Feta Orzo Recipe You Must Try

This Easy Healthy Baked Feta Orzo is a delicious and nutritious dish that combines creamy roasted feta with fresh vegetables and perfectly cooked orzo. It's a simple, satisfying meal that’s packed with flavor and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 2300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 block feta cheese
  • 10 oz cherry tomatoes (halved for quicker roasting)
  • 7 oz asparagus (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 2 cups orzo pasta (I use Barilla brand)
  • 0.5 oz fresh basil (finely chopped for even distribution)
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives
  • 2 tbsp mascarpone cheese
  • black pepper
  • 3.5 oz baby spinach (roughly chopped)
  • salt

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and place a block of feta in the center of a large oven-safe pan.
  2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the feta and roast in the oven for about 8 minutes until it softens.
  3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped asparagus around the feta, drizzle with remaining olive oil, then return the pan to the oven and roast for another 12-15 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  4. While the vegetables roast, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Drain the orzo and return it to the pot, then stir in the mascarpone cheese, chopped basil, fresh chives, baby spinach, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Once the feta and vegetables are roasted, mix them gently into the orzo and give everything a final stir to combine evenly.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

  • For best results, use high-quality feta and fresh herbs. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and can be reheated gently on the stove or in the microwave.