Best 8 Orzo With Spinach Feta And Olives Recipes

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Orzo with spinach feta and olives is a vibrant and flavorsome dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a nutritious side dish. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe combines tender orzo pasta with fresh spinach, tangy feta cheese, and savory olives, all tossed together in a light and flavorful dressing. The addition of sun-dried tomatoes and a sprinkle of aromatic herbs like oregano and basil takes this dish to the next level, creating a satisfying meal that is both visually appealing and packed with flavor.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ORZO WITH SPINACH, FETA AND OLIVES



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Make and share this Orzo With Spinach, Feta and Olives recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Eat Your Vegetables

Categories     Spinach

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces orzo pasta
1 lb spinach leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
10 kalamata olives, pitted & chopped
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package direction. Add spinach for last minute of cooking. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  • Place red onion, feta, olives, and pine nuts in a mixing bowl, add orzo and spinach.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, salt, pepper and cayenne, if using. Pour over orzo mixture and toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.8, Fat 31.9, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 691, Carbohydrate 73.7, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 4.2, Protein 19.6

HERBED ORZO WITH FETA



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Good olive oil
3/4 pound orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (3 lemons)
1 cup minced scallions, white and green parts
1 cup chopped fresh dill
1 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 cup medium-diced hothouse cucumber, unpeeled and seeded
1/2 cup small-diced red onion
3/4 pound good feta cheese, large-diced

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water, add 1 tablespoon of salt and a splash of oil, and bring the water to a boil. Add the orzo and simmer for 9 to 11 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's cooked al dente. Drain and pour into a large bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Pour over the hot pasta and stir well.
  • Add the scallions, dill, parsley, cucumber, onion, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Toss well. Add the feta and stir carefully. Set aside at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend, or refrigerate overnight. If refrigerated, taste again for seasonings and bring back to room temperature before serving.

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD



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A light, easy-to-make salad that's pleasing to the palate.

Provided by Christine R.

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach leaves, finely chopped
½ pound crumbled feta cheese
½ red onion, finely chopped
¾ cup pine nuts
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ cup olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 349.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

ORZO WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATOES AND KALAMATA OLIVES



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A favorite side dish for Italian meals that is hearty enough to stand alone as a vegetarian main dish. Can be served warm or chilled for later.

Provided by Karli Shanklin

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

⅔ cup orzo pasta
½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
½ cup pitted kalamata olives
½ cup pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil, or to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Mix orzo pasta, tomatoes, and olives together in a large bowl. Pour pesto over pasta mixture and stir to coat. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the pasta mixture; stir. Drizzle olive oil over the salad and stir to achieve your preferred moisture level.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 828.1 calories, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 51.1 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1618.1 mg, Sugar 8 g

SPINACH FETA ORZO



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This is a tasty side dish that's also healthy and low in calories. It's one of the recipes in my book, Living the Thin Life.

Provided by Elle Meyer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 14m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup orzo pasta
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 green onions, chopped
10 ounces fresh spinach leaves or 10 ounces thawed frozen chopped spinach
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Boil water in a saucepan. Add orzo and boil uncovered for about 8 or 9 minutes.
  • While the orzo is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, red pepper, and onions. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add spinach and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
  • Drain orzo and add to spinach mixture. Toss in lemon juice, salt, and feta cheese. Stir well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.6, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 560, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.3, Protein 9.1

ONE-PAN ORZO WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Similar to spanakorizo, a Greek spinach and rice dish, this easy, meatless meal features orzo, spinach, peas and scallions. It is deeply satisfying but still on the lighter side of pasta recipes, thanks to all those vegetables. A little feta gives it creaminess and tang, while some lemon zest brightens everything up. It makes a complete meal on its own, or, if you're looking for something more substantial, serve this as a hearty side dish to roasted meats or fish.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 large scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces baby spinach leaves (8 cups), coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup orzo
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
3/4 cup crumbled feta (3 ounces), plus more for garnish
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed (optional)
1 cup chopped fresh dill, or use parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium, then melt butter, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in about three-quarters of the scallions (saving some of the green parts for garnish) and garlic, and cook until softened, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach, adding in batches if it doesn't all fit in the pan at once, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in orzo, lemon zest and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until orzo is nearly cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 14 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  • Stir in cheese, peas (if you like) and dill, cover the pan, and cook for another 1 minute, to finish cooking and warm the peas. To serve, sprinkle with more cheese and the reserved scallions.

SPINACH WITH ORZO AND FETA



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Categories     Feta     Spinach     Orzo

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
1/2 pound orzo
1 pound spinach, trimmed and chopped
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the orzo according to the package instructions. Stir in the spinach until wilted. Drain.
  • In a large bowl, toss the hot spinach and orzo with the remaining ingredients. Season with salt and pepper.

SPINACH WITH ORZO AND FETA



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The classic combination of spinach and feta cheese pair well with orzo (rice-shaped pasta).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound orzo
1 pound chopped trimmed spinach
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook orzo according to package instructions. Stir in spinach until wilted. Drain.
  • In a large bowl, toss hot spinach and pasta with mint, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper.

Tips:

  • Choose the right orzo: Look for a high-quality orzo that is made with durum wheat semolina. This will ensure that the pasta cooks evenly and has a slightly chewy texture.
  • Cook the orzo al dente: Orzo should be cooked until it is al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. This will prevent it from becoming mushy when it is combined with the other ingredients.
  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach is the best choice for this recipe, as it has a more vibrant flavor than frozen spinach. If you are using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it and squeeze out any excess water before adding it to the recipe.
  • Use a good quality feta cheese: Feta cheese is a key ingredient in this recipe, so it is important to use a good quality cheese that has a sharp, tangy flavor. Avoid using pre-crumbled feta, as it is often dry and crumbly.
  • Use a flavorful olive oil: The olive oil you use in this recipe will add flavor to the dish, so be sure to use a good quality oil that has a fruity or peppery flavor.
  • Season the dish to taste: This recipe is a good starting point, but you may need to adjust the seasonings to your liking. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to taste.

Conclusion:

This orzo with spinach, feta, and olives is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you are a vegetarian or a meat-eater, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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