Spicy Orzo Risotto with Kalamata Olives and Feta

Directions

  1. In a large sauce pot, toast orzo until fragrant.
  2. Add 5 tbsp Spectrum® Organic Extra Virgin Mediterranean Olive Oil, chili flakes, garlic, and onion. Sauté until the onion is translucent, approximately 5 minutes.
  3. Add 1 quart of the boiling water, stirring frequently.
  4. When water is almost completely absorbed, add more ½ quart at a time until orzo is cooked to desired doneness, approximately 15-20 minutes.
  5. Add the parmesan cheese and kalamatas. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Place into four bowls, garnish with crumbled feta cheese and tarragon.
  7. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp of Spectrum® Organic Extra Virgin Mediterranean Olive Oil

Yield: Serves 4    Author:

Ingredients

  • 16 oz orzo
  • 2 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 2 tbsp chopped red onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp tarragon leaves
  • 40 Kalamata olives, quartered lengthwise
  • 4 oz high quality feta cheese
  • ¾ cup Spectrum® Organic Extra Virgin Mediterranean Olive Oil
  • 8 quarts boiling water
  • Salt and black pepper to taste