Best 9 Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes Recipes

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Orzo with cherry tomatoes is a simple and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of the tender orzo, sweet cherry tomatoes, and herbs creates a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. This versatile dish can be served as a main course, a side dish, or even a salad. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and healthy meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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ORZO WITH FETA AND CHERRY TOMATOES



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Categories     Pasta     Tomato     Side     Quick & Easy     Feta     Summer     Gourmet     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 2 as a main course

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound orzo (rice-shaped pasta; about 1 cup)
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/3 cup pine nuts
1 small garlic clove
1/2 cup packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves
6 ounces cherry tomatoes (about 1/2 pint)
1/4 pound feta
1 1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Fill a 4-quart pasta pot three fourths full with salted water and bring to a boil for orzo.
  • In a small heavy skillet heat 1/2 tablespoon oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and sauté pine nuts with salt to taste, stirring frequently, until golden, about 2 minutes. Transfer nuts to paper towels to drain and cool.
  • Mince garlic and chop parsley. Quarter tomatoes and coarsely crumble feta. In a large bowl whisk together garlic, parsley, vinegar, remaining tablespoon oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Add tomatoes and feta and gently toss to combine.
  • Cook orzo in boiling water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. In a large sieve drain orzo and rinse slightly until just warm. Drain orzo well and add to tomato mixture, tossing until just combined.
  • Serve orzo topped with nuts.

ORZO WITH CHERRY TOMATOES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 teaspoon each minced rosemary and kosher salt in 2 tablespoons olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat, 1 minute. Add 1 cup orzo; toast, stirring, 2 minutes. Add one 14-ounce can cherry tomatoes and 2 cups chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook, stirring, until the orzo is tender, 7 minutes. Stir in 2 tablespoons pecorino.

ORZO WITH CHERRY TOMATOES, FETA AND MINT



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound orzo
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium shallot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
2 pints cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 cup crumbled feta
1 cup arugula
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus for the pasta water
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the orzo and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, about 7 minutes.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and garlic, and saute until the shallots begin to soften and the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook just to warm through, about 1 minute.
  • Add the warm tomato mixture to a large bowl along with the feta, arugula, mint, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Drain the orzo and add it to the bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Toss well and serve.

BAKED HALIBUT WITH ORZO, SPINACH, AND CHERRY TOMATOES



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Provided by Kristi Parnell

Categories     Fish     Leafy Green     Pasta     Tomato     Bake     Quick & Easy     Halibut     Spinach     Healthy     Bon Appétit     California

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 6- to 7-ounce halibut fillets
1 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1 garlic clove, minced
4 cups (packed) baby spinach
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Whisk 2 tablespoons oil and lemon juice in bowl; season dressing with salt and pepper. Place halibut on rimmed baking sheet; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle with some of dressing. Bake until just opaque in center, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite; drain. Add 2 tablespoons oil and garlic to same saucepan; sauté over medium heat 1 minute. Add drained pasta, spinach, and tomatoes; stir to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 1 minute (spinach will wilt). Divide pasta between 2 plates. Top with halibut and remaining dressing.

ORZO WITH SPINACH & CHERRY TOMATOES



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A tiny rice-shaped variety of pasta makes this dish almost like risotto. It's quick, healthy, filling and suitable for vegetarians

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Categories     Main course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

400g orzo pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
1 celery heart, chopped
1 red onion , chopped
3 garlic cloves , chopped
2 x 400g cans cherry tomato
250g baby spinach
10 black olives , halved
small handful dill , chopped
small handful mint , chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo following pack instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water, drain again and toss with half the olive oil.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large sauté pan. Add the celery, onion and some seasoning, and cook for 8 mins until soft. Add the garlic, cook for 1 min, then tip in the cherry tomatoes and simmer for 10 mins. Add the spinach, cover with a lid to wilt the leaves, then add the orzo, olives, dill and mint. Season and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 81 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

ORZO WITH TOMATOES, BASIL, AND GORGONZOLA



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A vegetarian friend of mine gave me this recipe, and it's always a hit! Makes a great side dish or light meal.

Provided by ChicoGirl

Categories     Everyday Cooking     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 red onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ¼ cups vegetable broth
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
12 leaves fresh basil, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the orzo pasta; cook and stir until the orzo has lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the onion, and cook until the onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add 1 clove of garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cover; simmer until the orzo is tender yet still a little firm to the bite, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, 1/2 of the fresh basil, garlic, and remaining olive oil.
  • Spoon the cooked orzo into a serving bowl. Top with tomato mixture, and sprinkle with Gorgonzola and remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 17.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 574.5 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

ONE-POT ORZO WITH TOMATOES, CORN AND ZUCCHINI



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This recipe is inspired by the tail end of summer, when fresh produce and herbs abound but the heat waves are finally starting to relent. And while this dish makes a wonderful stage for the season's produce at its peak, it can also turn sad-looking February vegetables into a sauce that makes it feel like summer. The trick is to sauté the tomatoes slowly, until they've collapsed and become deeply sweet and fragrant. The orzo cooks right in the sauce, which cuts down on the dishes and allows the pasta to absorb the flavor as it cooks. If you prefer a larger pasta shape, stick to the traditional method of boiling pasta for best results, and save some pasta water to help loosen the sauce. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     pastas

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 Vidalia or yellow onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
Black pepper, to taste
1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), halved lengthwise, seeded and 1/2-inch diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup torn fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving
1/4 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 1/4 cups orzo
Kernels from one ear of corn (about 1/2 cup)
1 cup torn or medium-diced fresh mozzarella (about 5 ounces)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet, for which you have a lid, set over medium. And the onions, lightly season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. Turn the heat to medium-low, add the zucchini and garlic, and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the tomatoes, basil, red-pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have completely collapsed, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar and tomato paste and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add 2 1/2 cups water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the orzo, corn, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, mix well, and turn the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pan 3 or 4 times, until the pasta is cooked. The pasta should look "saucy" as it cooks; if at any point it looks dry, add another 1/4 cup water.
  • Off the heat, add the mozzarella and Parmesan and stir gently until just combined. Top with fresh basil and more red-pepper flakes if desired, and serve hot.

ORZO WITH TOMATOES



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, pastas, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups water
Salt to taste
3/4 cup orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 pound ripe plum tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/3-inch cubes
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons loosely packed shredded fresh basil or Italian parsley
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring water with salt to a boil in a saucepan. Add orzo and cook, stirring, for about 10 minutes or until tender. Do not overcook. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a saucepan and add garlic. Cook briefly, stirring; do not brown. Add tomatoes, salt and pepper. Stir and cook for 3 minutes. Add orzo, basil and cheese. Blend well and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 176, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1046 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

SHRIMP AND ORZO WITH CHERRY TOMATOES AND PARMESAN CHEESE



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Make and share this Shrimp and Orzo With Cherry Tomatoes and Parmesan Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to package directions.
  • While pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper evenly over shrimp.
  • Add shrimp to pan; cook 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Remove from pan.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan.
  • Add onion, garlic, and red pepper; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add tomatoes, and cook 3 minutes or until tomatoes begin to soften, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in pasta and shrimp; cook 1 minute or until thoroughly heated.
  • Remove from heat, and stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, cheese, and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 731.9, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 301.1, Sodium 2430.7, Carbohydrate 80.6, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 9.8, Protein 51

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked orzo.
  • For a more flavorful dish, roast the cherry tomatoes before adding them to the orzo.
  • Add a handful of chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or thyme, to brighten up the dish.
  • For a creamy sauce, stir in some grated Parmesan cheese at the end of cooking.
  • Serve orzo as a main course or a side dish.

Conclusion:

Orzo with cherry tomatoes is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover orzo. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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