Description
A delicious and healthy baked feta orzo dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 block (8 oz) feta cheese
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup 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).
- 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 mixture.
- 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 vegan option, substitute feta with a plant-based cheese.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
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