Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Feta and Mint

Name: Orzo with Cherry Tomatoes, Feta and Mint
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 pound orzo pasta; 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (divided); 1 medium shallot (finely chopped); 1 clove garlic (peeled and smashed); 2 pints cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 cup crumbled feta; 1/2 cup freshly chopped mint leaves; 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 cup arugula

This versatile pasta dish is just as good of a meatless main as it is a flavorful side dish. While the pasta cooks, you can throw it all together in about 10 minutes - making it perfect for a busy weeknight!

Servings

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

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Ingredients

1 pound orzo pasta
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (divided)

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1 medium shallot (finely chopped)
1 clove garlic (peeled and smashed)
2 pints cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 cup crumbled feta
1/2 cup freshly chopped mint leaves
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup arugula

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the orzo and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. While the pasta is cooking, place the oil in a large saute pan over medium low heat. Add the shallot and garlic and saute until the shallot begins to soften and the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and warm through, about 1 minute. Add the warm tomato mixture to a large bowl along with the feta, arugula, mint, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Drain the orzo, add it to the tomato mixture and toss to coat. Drizzle with the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and serve.