Yesss let’s gooo — Baked Feta & Spinach Orzo 🌿🧀 is creamy, herby, and effortlessly gourmet. It’s a one-dish wonder that feels like a cozy hug and a trip to the Mediterranean at the same time. Minimal effort, major flavor, and that baked feta? Chef’s kiss 💋
🌿 Baked Feta & Spinach Orzo
Ingredients:
- 1 block feta cheese (about 7 oz), whole or crumbled
- 2 cups cooked orzo (or use dry + cook during prep)
- 2–3 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped 🥬
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 🍅
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon 🍋
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: chili flakes, fresh basil, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a baking dish, place the feta block in the center. Surround with tomatoes, garlic, lemon zest, oregano, olive oil, and a pinch of salt & pepper. - Bake 20–25 mins, until tomatoes are blistered and feta is soft and golden on top.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package instructions. Reserve a splash of pasta water.
- Combine & wilt:
Remove the dish from the oven, stir everything gently to break down the feta. Add cooked orzo and spinach directly into the baking dish. Stir until creamy and spinach wilts. - Adjust consistency with a splash of pasta water if needed. Finish with a squeeze of lemon, chili flakes, or fresh herbs if you’re feeling fancy 🌱
Serving Vibe:
Scoop it straight from the dish with a big spoon, pour a glass of white wine, and call it a self-care night. This dish says, “I cook, but I also chill.” 🍷💅
Want a reel idea with that feta-sizzle-to-creamy-stir transformation? Or a caption that’s equal parts comforting and classy? I got you, chef 🧄💚
