Indulge in our Greek Baked Orzo, a delightful blend of tender orzo pasta enveloped in a creamy feta cheese sauce, infused with the vibrant flavors of sun-ripened tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and fresh herbs. Topped with a golden layer of melted cheese, this comforting dish is baked to perfection, offering a warm, savory embrace that transports you straight to the Mediterranean with every delicious bite.

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Prepare the Orzo

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped red onion, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.

Sauté the Vegetables

Add the halved cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, cooked orzo, Kalamata olives, and dried oregano to the skillet. Stir well to combine and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Combine Ingredients

Transfer the mixture into a baking dish. Top with crumbled feta cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.

Add Cheese

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Bake

Once baked, remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Garnish and Serve

Orzo pasta

Olive oil

Garlic, minced

Red onion, chopped

Bell pepper, chopped

Cherry tomatoes, halved

Spinach, fresh

Feta cheese, crumbled

Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

Dried oregano

Salt

Black pepper

Parmesan cheese, grated

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Greek baked orzo

Make Greek Baked Orzo Recipe in just 45m. Indulge in our Greek Baked Orzo, a delightful blend of tender orzo pasta enveloped in a creamy feta cheese sauce, infused with the vibrant flavors of sun-ripened tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and fresh herbs. Topped with a golden layer of melted cheese, this comforting dish is baked to perfection, offering a warm, savory embrace that transports you straight to the Mediterranean with every delicious bite.

Greek Baked Orzo Recipe

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