Spinach and Feta Orzo Recipe

Name: Spinach and Feta Orzo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb uncooked orzo pasta; water; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted, squeezed to remove excess moisture; ½ teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes; ½ cup crumbled feta cheese; ¼ cup chopped kalamata olive; ¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomato

Servings: persons

12 lb uncooked orzo pasta
water
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, defrosted, squeezed to remove excess moisture
½ teaspoon dried red chili pepper flakes
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
¼ cup chopped kalamata olive
¼ cup chopped sun-dried tomato

1
Cook orzo pasta in a large pot of boiling water about 12 minutes, drain, rinse under cold water in a colander and drain again.
2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3
Add the onions and garlic and saute 3 minutes until softened.
4
Add the defrosted spinach and continue to saute 4 minutes until tender.
5
Add the red chili flakes and cooked orzo and continue to saute 2 minutes longer.
6
Remove from the heat and add the feta, olives and sun-dried tomatoes.
7
Serve warm or at room temperature.

5246

kcal

Calories

Fat

1031

Carbs

185

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb uncooked orzo pasta, water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Spinach and Feta Orzo falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spinach and Feta Orzo

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