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Yesica Andrews

Healthy Baked Feta Orzo Recipe: Easy, Fresh and Delicious

This Healthy Baked Feta Orzo is a bright, fresh, and flavorful dish that combines creamy baked feta with roasted cherry tomatoes and asparagus. It's an easy-to-make meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a wholesome lunch packed with vibrant veggies and tender orzo pasta.
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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. Set your oven to 200°C (390°F) and place a block of feta cheese in the middle of a large ovenproof pan.
  2. Pour 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the feta and let it roast in the oven for about 8 minutes until it softens.
  3. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and asparagus pieces around the feta, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and roast everything together for another 15 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  4. While the veggies roast, cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  5. Once the feta and vegetables are roasted, mix them with the cooked orzo right in the pan, stirring gently to coat the pasta with the soft feta and juices.
  6. Fold in the chopped basil, fresh chives, mascarpone cheese, and baby spinach, seasoning with salt and pepper to your taste.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with a bit more fresh herbs if desired for a fresh, vibrant finish.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use a quality feta cheese and fresh herbs. You can prep the veggies ahead of time for quicker cooking. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days.