Description
Healthy Baked Feta Orzo is a simple and tasty dish perfect for weeknight meals. This recipe features fresh veggies and creamy feta baked together for a comforting yet healthy dinner option.
Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 200°C 390°F and place the feta block in the center of a large ovenproof pan.
- Drizzle one tablespoon of olive oil over the feta and roast for about 8 minutes until it softens slightly.
- Toss the cherry tomatoes and asparagus in the remaining olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then arrange around the baked feta.
- While the vegetables roast, cook the orzo pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside.
- Combine the roasted feta and vegetables with the cooked orzo, stir in fresh basil, chives, mascarpone, and chopped spinach until everything is well mixed and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve warm.
Notes
- For crisp tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Method: Baked
Nutrition
- Calories: 2200-2400
- Fat: 120-130 g
- Carbohydrates: 250-260 g
- Protein: 60-70 g