Best Baked Feta Orzo Recipe
A flavorful and easy baked feta orzo dish that combines creamy feta, roasted tomatoes, and herbs for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Dairy
- 16 oz feta cheese (preferably whole-milk feta)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
Vegetables
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
Herbs & Spices
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp dried basil (optional)
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
Pasta & Broth
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
Garnish & Flavor
- 0.25 cup fresh basil or parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- 1 zest lemon (zest of 1 lemon, optional)
Salt & Pepper
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle olive oil in a baking dish, place feta in center, surround with tomatoes and onion.
- Sprinkle garlic, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper over vegetables. Drizzle with more olive oil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until feta is golden and tomatoes burst. Cook orzo in broth until al dente, then drain.
- Mash feta and tomatoes to create a sauce, add orzo, and toss to coat. Add reserved cooking liquid if needed.
- Adjust seasoning with lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Garnish with herbs and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.