Rice and orzo pasta merge with the flavors of onion and garlic to create this versatile side dish. Bulgarian feta gives the dish a decadent creaminess while spinach adds beautiful color. You can get Bulgarian feta cheese at most international grocery stores. Bulgarian feta is creamier than the Greek version which tends to be very dry.
Provided by jmerar
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes Pilaf
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir oro in the melted butter until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir onion into orzo and cook until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Cook and stir garlic into orzo-onion mixture until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Mix rice and chicken broth into orzo-onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in spinach and feta. Cover and let stand until spinach is wilted and feta is melted, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.2 calories, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 34.5 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 739.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
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Rao Naeem
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.
Danny The Beast
[email protected]I love how customizable this recipe is. I've added different vegetables, herbs, and spices to create my own unique rice pilaf.
fakhar sultan
[email protected]This rice pilaf is the perfect side dish for grilled chicken or fish. It's also great served as a main course with a side salad.
Hussin Ahmad
[email protected]I'm a big fan of feta cheese and this recipe is no exception. The feta adds a creamy richness that I love.
CANDICE G
[email protected]I love the addition of sun-dried tomatoes to this recipe. They add a pop of flavor and color.
Fahim Mir
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. I always have rice pilaf on hand for quick and easy meals.
Arhaam Hussain
[email protected]I'm always looking for healthy side dishes and this rice pilaf fits the bill. It's packed with vegetables and whole grains.
Kinelly Maricano
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of rice and vegetables and it's always turned out great.
Maria Ronald
[email protected]This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.
Travis Layton
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. I've had better rice pilaf before.
Timmy Richmond
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I would prefer a simpler rice pilaf recipe next time.
Grace Banda
[email protected]The rice pilaf was good, but I think it would have been better with a different kind of cheese. I used cheddar cheese and it was a bit too sharp for my taste.
Supreme Baron
[email protected]I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more spices or herbs.
Farhaan Khan
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would reduce the amount of feta cheese next time.
Katia Smith
[email protected]I was skeptical about adding feta cheese to rice pilaf, but I'm so glad I did. It adds a wonderful flavor and creaminess. I will definitely be making this again.
Ali Mahar
[email protected]This is my new favorite rice pilaf recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the creamy texture of the feta cheese and the tangy flavor of the sun-dried tomatoes.
Masego Dibeela
[email protected]I'm always looking for new rice pilaf recipes and this one did not disappoint. The feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes add a unique and delicious flavor. I will definitely be making this again.
Karla Cain
[email protected]I made this recipe exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The rice was cooked to perfection and the feta cheese added a wonderful flavor. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a delicious meal.
Marta Marrero
[email protected]This feta rice pilaf was a hit at our dinner party! The flavors were incredible, and the feta cheese added a creamy richness that took the dish to the next level. I highly recommend this recipe for anyone looking for a flavorful and impressive side d