Mediterranean Orzo Bowl
Creamy feta orzo studded with Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs—ready in 15 minutes. A bright, salty Mediterranean grain bowl that tastes like a vacation.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Boil orzo in salted water until al dente, about 9 minutes.
Step 2
Drain orzo, reserving 1/4 cup cooking water.
Step 3
Return orzo to pot. Stir in feta, olives, tomatoes, herbs, lemon juice, and zest.
Step 4
Add reserved cooking water a splash at a time until the mixture is creamy, not dry.
Step 5
Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- colander
- wooden spoon
- microplane or zester
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