Harissa, Feta and Spinach Orzo
By OcadoLife
Published on 09 December 2025
Looking to switch up your weeknight pasta? Grab a jar of harissa and a block of crumbly feta, and whip up this budget-friendly, veggie Harissa, Feta and Spinach Orzo from Ocadolife recipe editor Lauren Hoffman. “Together, the harissa and feta create a lusciously layered sauce that clings to the orzo, while silky spinach, sweet fried onions and crunchy pine nuts add texture. Dial up the harissa if you like things extra hot.”Time and servings
13 minsTotal time
2Servings
3 minsPrep time
10 minsCooking time
Ingredients
- ½ red onion, finely sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 150g orzo
- 200g baby spinach
- 1 tsp (approx.) smoked chilli harissa
- 100g feta, crumbled, plus extra to serve (optional)
- 1 tbsp toasted pine nuts (optional)
Method
Step 1
Fry the red onion in the oil over medium heat for 5-10 mins until golden.Step 2
Meanwhile, cook the orzo in boiling salted water to pack instructions.Step 3
Put the spinach in a colander in the sink. Scoop out a cup of pasta water and set aside; then drain the orzo over the spinach to wilt.Step 4
Return the spinach and orzo to the pan with the harissa and feta. Mix over low heat, adding a splash of the reserved pasta water to create a silky sauce. Divide between bowls and top with the onions. If you like, crumble over a little more feta and sprinkle with some pine nuts.