Best 8 Creamy Orzo With Feta Recipes

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Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a creamy, flavorful, and satisfying meal with our curated recipe for "Creamy Orzo with Feta". Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that blends the richness of orzo pasta, the tangy creaminess of feta cheese, and a symphony of herbs and spices. Get ready to indulge in a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. In this article, we will take you through the steps of crafting this delectable dish, ensuring that you savor every bite and create a culinary masterpiece in your kitchen. So gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking utensils, and let's dive into the world of creamy orzo with feta.

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GREEK ORZO WITH FETA



Greek Orzo with Feta image

This recipe has easy ingredients and is a great light lunch or dinner! Enjoy!

Provided by lauryn

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup olive oil
½ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ pound dried orzo pasta
1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, olives, tomatoes, red pepper, red onion, garlic, oregano, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and toss the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 617.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

CREAMY ORZO WITH FETA



Creamy Orzo With Feta image

Another winner from Lucy Waverman, who says: "Orzo is pasta shaped like rice. It cooks quickly and doesn't go mushy. I prefer the feta to be Greek but any will do." It's super fast, and quite filling. We loved this, hope you do too! :)

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Cheese

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 ounces orzo pasta
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces feta cheese, finely crumbled
1 tablespoon chopped mint
fresh ground pepper
1/4 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil on high heat. Stir in orzo and cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain, return to pot.
  • Mix in butter, feta, mint and pepper. Keep warm and stir in cream just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 59.5, Sodium 489.2, Carbohydrate 44.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 13.4

CREAMY ORZO WITH FETA & SUN-DRIED TOMATOES RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Creamy Orzo with Feta & Sun-Dried Tomatoes Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-13856

Number Of Ingredients 7

CREAMY ORZO with FETA SUN-DRIED TOMATOES:
START BOILING THE PASTA BEFORE MAKING THE ROULADES, THEN FINISH THE ORZO DISH WHILE THE CHICKEN SIMMERS.
1 1/2 C low sodium chicken broth
1/2 c dry orzo pasta (4oz)
2 T minced oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
2 T crumbled feta cheese (1oz)
1/8 tsp EACH kosher salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • CREAMY ORZO WITH FETA SUN-DRIED TOMATOES: BRING broth to a boil in a small saucepan; stir in orzo. Return liquid to a boil. Cook orzo, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed, 9 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat. STIR tomatoes and feta into orzo, mixing until feta melts slightly. Season orzo mixture with salt and pepper.

LEMON ORZO



Lemon Orzo image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup orzo
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons good olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1 cup small-diced feta, preferably Greek (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and the orzo. Return the water to a boil and simmer uncovered for 9 to 11 minutes, until the orzo is al dente. Drain.
  • Transfer the orzo to a bowl and stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Fold in the feta and serve hot.

CREAMY ORZO



Creamy Orzo image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large shallot, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, juices drained
1 1/4 cups whipping cream
1 cup frozen peas, thawed

Steps:

  • Bring a heavy large saucepan of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the orzo and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring often, about 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a heavy large frying pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and garlic, and saute until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook until they are tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in the cream and peas. Add the orzo and toss to coat. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the Parmesan to the pasta mixture and toss to coat. Stir the pasta mixture until the sauce coats the pasta thickly, adding enough reserved cooking liquid to maintain a creamy consistency. Season the orzo with salt and pepper, and serve.

CREAMY ORZO W/FETA & SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



Creamy Orzo W/Feta & Sun-Dried Tomatoes image

This pairs with Recipe #460246, very nicely, also from Cuisine at Home magazine. Start boiling the pasta before making the roulades, then finish the orzo dish while the chicken simmers.

Provided by Gagoo

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 30m

Yield 4 oz, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, minced
2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Bring broth to a boil in a small saucepan and stir in orzo.
  • Return liquid to a boil.
  • Cook orzo, uncovered, stirring occasionally until liquid is absorbed, approximately 9 minutes.
  • Remove saucepan from heat.
  • Stir tomatoes and feta into orzo, mixing until feta melts slightly.
  • Season orzo with salt & pepper.
  • Serve with the Chicken Roulades.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 12.6, Sodium 848.3, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.2, Protein 11.6

ORZO BAKED WITH GREEK CHEESES



Orzo Baked with Greek Cheeses image

Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Spring     Dill     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 14 1/2-ounce can chicken broth
Salt
1 pound orzo or risi pasta
1/2 cup whipping cream
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 pound feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Pepper
1/3 cup grated Kasseri or Romano cheese

Steps:

  • Pour broth into large pot. Add enough water to broth to almost fill pot. Add salt and bring to boil. Stir in orzo and boil until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Return to pot. Mix in cream, oil, feta and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to 1 1/2-quart baking dish. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before continuing.)
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Sprinkle orzo with cheese. Bake until heated through, about 40 minutes.

EASY LEMONY ORZO WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES AND FETA



Easy Lemony Orzo with Roasted Vegetables and Feta image

Provided by Marilena Leavitt

Categories     Pasta Dish

Time 50m

Yield 6-8

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 med. red pepper, cut into 1" pieces
1 med. yellow pepper, cut into 1" pieces
1 med. red onion, peeled and 1" diced
1 sm. Italian eggplant, peeled and cut into ¾" pieces
⅓ cup extra virgin good olive oil
--- few fresh thyme sprigs
1 tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
4 med. garlic cloves, minced
½ lb. orzo pasta
Lemon dressing:
⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
Toppings:
4 med. scallions, minced (white and most green parts)
¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
12 oz. Greek Feta cheese, ½" diced (do not use crumbled Feta)
--- --- fresh basil leaves, cut into julienne (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400° F.
  • Toss the bell peppers, onion, and eggplant with the olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper on a large sheet pan. Roast the vegetables for about 20 minutes, and then toss in the garlic. (Do not add it earlier or it will burn). Roast for about 20 minutes more, or until browned, turning once or twice with a large spatula.
  • Meanwhile, cook the orzo in plenty of boiling salted water for about 7 minutes, until tender. Do not over cook. Drain the orzo and transfer to a large serving bowl. When the roasted vegetables are done and while they are still warm, add them to the pasta, scraping all the liquid and seasonings from the roasting pan into the pasta bowl.
  • To make the dressing, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. (It makes more than what you will actually need for this recipe)
  • Pour some (but not all of the dressing) on the pasta and vegetables. Let everything come to room temperature, then add the toppings: scallions, pine nuts, Greek Feta, and fresh basil. Gently toss everything to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Serve at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Use the best quality orzo, feta cheese, and vegetables you can find.
  • Cook the orzo al dente: Orzo is a small pasta, so it cooks quickly. Be careful not to overcook it, or it will become mushy. Cook it according to the package directions, or until it is al dente, which means "to the tooth" in Italian. The orzo should still have a slight bite to it.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth is the base of the sauce, so it's important to use a flavorful one. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even water. If you're using water, add some bouillon cubes or granules to give it more flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: This recipe is a great starting point, but feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. Try adding different vegetables, herbs, or spices. You can also use different types of cheese, such as Parmesan or Romano.

Conclusion:

Creamy orzo with feta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. The best part is that it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this creamy orzo with feta recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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