Best 8 Orzo And Feta Stuffed Tomatoes Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey that combines the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with the comfort of classic stuffed tomatoes. This article presents a delightful collection of recipes that showcase the versatility of orzo and feta cheese, transforming ordinary tomatoes into extraordinary culinary creations. Discover how simple ingredients can be transformed into a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. From the classic Orzo and Feta Stuffed Tomatoes, bursting with a blend of herbs, spices, and tangy cheese, to the unique Sun-Dried Tomato and Feta Stuffed Tomatoes, offering a burst of sun-kissed sweetness, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience. Vegetarian and meat lovers alike will find something to savor, as we also feature hearty variations such as Ground Beef and Orzo Stuffed Tomatoes and Spicy Italian Sausage and Orzo Stuffed Tomatoes. And for those who prefer a meatless option, the Quinoa and Feta Stuffed Tomatoes offer a protein-packed alternative.

Let's cook with our recipes!

ORZO-STUFFED TOMATOES



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From Desert Hot Springs, California, Marian Ridgeway writes, "My neighbor and I used to have a friendly competition for that first ripe tomato! This side dish with orzo is always a favorite."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup uncooked orzo pasta
6 medium tomatoes
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Paprika

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Set aside 6 tablespoons pulp for filling. Invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain. Drain orzo., In a small heavy saucepan, cook butter over medium heat for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the heat; stir in the cheese, basil, parsley, salt, pepper, orzo and reserved pulp. Spoon into tomatoes. , Place in an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORZO WITH FETA AND TOMATOES



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings as a side dish

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound orzo
Salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup feta cheese crumbles
A handful of parsley leaves, chopped
1/2 pint grape tomatoes, halved
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat water in large sauce pot to boil and add pasta, cook to al dente.
  • Melt butter in the pot while still hot and combine with feta. Add cooked pasta to feta butter and toss with parsley and tomatoes, season with a little pepper.

ORZO WITH FETA, TOMATOES, AND DILL



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Provided by Shelley Wiseman

Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Tomato     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Feta     Summer     Family Reunion     Healthy     Potluck     Noodle     Dill     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped dill
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup orzo
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta (6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Toss together oil, tomatoes, dill, zest, and 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper in a large serving bowl. Let stand at least ten minutes
  • Meanwhile, cook orzo in a pasta pot of boiling salted water (1 1/2 tablespoons salt for 4 quarts water) until al dente
  • Drain orzo and toss with tomato mixture. Add feta and toss again.

ONE-PAN ORZO WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Similar to spanakorizo, a Greek spinach and rice dish, this easy, meatless meal features orzo, spinach, peas and scallions. It is deeply satisfying but still on the lighter side of pasta recipes, thanks to all those vegetables. A little feta gives it creaminess and tang, while some lemon zest brightens everything up. It makes a complete meal on its own, or, if you're looking for something more substantial, serve this as a hearty side dish to roasted meats or fish.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 large scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces baby spinach leaves (8 cups), coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup orzo
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
3/4 cup crumbled feta (3 ounces), plus more for garnish
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed (optional)
1 cup chopped fresh dill, or use parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium, then melt butter, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in about three-quarters of the scallions (saving some of the green parts for garnish) and garlic, and cook until softened, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach, adding in batches if it doesn't all fit in the pan at once, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in orzo, lemon zest and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until orzo is nearly cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 14 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  • Stir in cheese, peas (if you like) and dill, cover the pan, and cook for another 1 minute, to finish cooking and warm the peas. To serve, sprinkle with more cheese and the reserved scallions.

BAKED TOMATOES STUFFED WITH ORZO



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Make and share this Baked Tomatoes Stuffed With Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb orzo pasta
6 large tomatoes, firm, ripe
granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, rubbed
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, cubed
1 tablespoon butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 quart chicken broth, packed
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese, freshly grated

Steps:

  • Remove the center pulp and seeds from the tomatoes, hollowing them out well.
  • Lightly sprinkle into each tomato a little sugar, salt, pepper and oregano; place four cubes of mozzarella in each tomato.
  • Preheat oven to 400-degrees. Melt the butter in a saucepan and saute the onion in it until soft; stir in the orzo, stirring well so each grain of pasta is coated.
  • Pour in 2 cups of the chicken broth, stir well, and simmer until it is absorbed, adding more broth gradually until the orzo is about three quarters cooked; firmer than al dente.
  • Blend in the Parmesan, stirring it in well. Spoon the orzo mixture into the hollowed tomatoes, filling them.
  • Place the filled tomatoes in a casserole or baking dish with 1/2 cup of hot broth in the bottom of the dish.
  • Bake, covered, for 15 minutes; remove the cover and cook an additional 10 minutes.

ORZO WITH TOMATOES, FETA, AND GREEN ONIONS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     Cheese     Onion     Pasta     Tomato     Side     Easter     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Feta     Spring     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 cup olive oil
6 cups chicken broth
1 pound orzo (or riso)
2 cups red and yellow teardrop or grape tomatoes, halved
1 7-ounce package feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 cup chopped fresh basil
1 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar, lemon juice, and honey in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Bring broth to boil in large heavy saucepan. Stir in orzo, reduce heat to medium, cover partially, and boil until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Transfer to large wide bowl, tossing frequently until cool.
  • Mix tomatoes, feta, basil, and green onions into orzo. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.) Add pine nuts; toss. Serve at room temperature.

GREEK ORZO WITH FETA



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This recipe has easy ingredients and is a great light lunch or dinner! Enjoy!

Provided by lauryn

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Side Dishes

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

¼ cup olive oil
½ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ pound dried orzo pasta
1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, olives, tomatoes, red pepper, red onion, garlic, oregano, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and toss the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 617.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

ORZO AND TOMATO SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE



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A cold pasta salad with orzo, green olives, feta cheese, parsley, dill, tomato, olive oil, and lemon juice. If you don't have fresh herbs, use 1 teaspoon dried. As a personal chef, I can let you know that my clients love this dish.

Provided by COZYCUISINE

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
¼ cup pitted green olives
1 cup diced feta cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 ripe tomato, chopped
¼ cup virgin olive oil
⅛ cup lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain, and rinse with cold water.
  • When orzo is cool, transfer to a medium bowl and mix in olives, feta cheese, parsley, dill, and tomato. In a small bowl, whisk together oil and lemon juice. Pour over pasta, and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 613.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, firm tomatoes for stuffing. Roma tomatoes or plum tomatoes work well.
  • Use a serrated knife to cut the tomatoes. This will help prevent the tomatoes from splitting.
  • Scoop out the tomato pulp carefully, leaving the shells intact.
  • Cook the orzo according to package directions and let it cool.
  • Feta cheese can be crumbled or diced, depending on your preference.
  • Add chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or thyme, to the stuffing for extra flavor.
  • Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of the tomatoes before baking for a golden crust.
  • Serve the stuffed tomatoes warm with a side of tzatziki sauce or Greek salad.

Conclusion:

Orzo and Feta Stuffed Tomatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. These tomatoes are filled with a flavorful mixture of orzo, feta cheese, herbs, and spices, and then baked until tender. The result is a dish that is both hearty and refreshing. These stuffed tomatoes are sure to be a hit at your next party or potluck.

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