Description
Greek Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Feta Orzo is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports you straight to the Mediterranean with every bite. This delightful blend of roasted red peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, and tender orzo pasta offers a perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delicious recipe that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss cherry tomatoes and roasted red peppers with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 9-11 minutes). Drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted vegetables with the cooked orzo. Crumble feta cheese into the mixture while warm.
- Drizzle with remaining olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then stir in chopped basil and minced garlic.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg