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Baked Feta Orzo Spinach

Creamy Baked Feta Orzo Spinach for Cozy Nights In

This Creamy Baked Feta Orzo Spinach is a comforting vegetarian dish perfect for cozy evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Dish
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil for a lighter flavor
  • 1 block Feta Cheese can substitute with goat cheese or ricotta
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes substitute with halved grape tomatoes if needed
  • 1 medium Red Onion or shallots for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced or sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese or Neufchâtel cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice or lime if unavailable
  • 5 ounces Baby Spinach or kale/swiss chard
For the Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Basil or Parsley optional

Equipment

  • ovenproof dish
  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and prepare your ovenproof dish.
  2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the center of the dish and place the block of feta cheese.
  3. Surround the feta with halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and minced garlic. Drizzle another tablespoon of olive oil.
  4. Sprinkle dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes over the dish. Roast for about 25 minutes.
  5. Cook a large pot of salted water to boil, add orzo, and cook until al dente, around 7-9 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
  6. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese with the roasted feta and vegetables. Break feta into smaller pieces.
  7. Gently fold in baby spinach and cooked orzo. Mix in reserved pasta water for creaminess.
  8. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge or freezer.

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