Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

Quick Juicy Pork Tenderloin with Orzo

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 4m
Cook Time: 12m
Total Time: 16m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (29 Reviews)
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Nutritional Information

372
calories
11g
fat
34g
carbohydrates
31g
protein
71mg
cholesterol
306mg
sodium
Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

Recipe Description

Get dinner done with this extremely easy to make Mediterranean Pork and Orzo recipe. Simply grill your pork tenderloin chunks on the stove top or a grill pad, if you have, and serve them with a delicious Mediterranean-style orzo pasta filled with fresh baby spinach, grape tomato halves and some crumbled feta cheese. It’s simple, it’s easy and it’s everything I look for in a family dinner.

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Season pork

    2 min
    Step 1 - Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

    Generously rub 1½ pounds of pork tenderloin with 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper and cut into 1-inch cubes or chunks.

  2. 2

    Cook pork

    10 min
    Step 2 - Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

    In a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and add seasoned pork chunks. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until cooked in the center and no longer pink.

  3. 3

    Cook orzo

    8 min
    Step 3 - Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

    In a Dutch oven, boil 3 quarts of water and then add 1¼ cups of orzo with a 1 teaspoon of salt. Stir and then let cook, uncovered for about 8 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add spinach

    1 min
    Step 4 - Mediterranean Pork and OrzoStep 4 - Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

    Add 6 ounces of baby spinach and stir. Cook for another 45-60 seconds until spinach is wilted and the orzo should be cooked. Drain from the cooking liquid.

  5. 5

    Add tomatoes to pork

    2 min
    Step 5 - Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

    Add 1 cup of grape tomato halves and toss to combine with the pork.

  6. 6

    Add orzo and cheese

    2 min
    Step 6 - Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

    Stir in the orzo and spinach mix and then ¾ cups of crumbled feta cheese. Toss to combine.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

    Serve hot and enjoy!

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About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (29 reviews)
Owen
May 3, 2025
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Epic!

Jessica Hart
April 20, 2025
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Tasty, quick, easy!

Mike Peterson
September 19, 2024
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Dude, my fam went nuts over this! So easy, tasty, and the kids loved helpin' out with the orzo!

Owen Smith
February 27, 2024
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This dish is a total lifesaver! My kids couldn’t get enough of it!

Frank
December 17, 2023
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This Mediterranean Pork and Orzo is simply great. I made it for my family last weekend and everyone loved it. It's so easy and the flavour was amazing, perfect for busy nights.

Joyce
October 2, 2023
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Simply the best!

Amanda Smith
May 25, 2023
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OMG, this Mediterranean Pork and Orzo recipe is a game changer! I made it for my girls' night and we devoured it. Who knew cooking could be this easy and delish? Total win!

David
February 15, 2023
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This Mediterranean Pork and Orzo was great! Made it for family night and everyone loved it.

Rachel Adams
January 16, 2022
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Easy, delicious, fun! My kids loved helping me mix the orzo. This recipe is definitely a keeper for our family dinners.

Patricia Johnson
July 23, 2021
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Wonderfull! Made this for my family last night and they couldn't get enough! The flavors are amazing and it was so simple to whip up. Definitely a new favorite in our house!

Greg Smith
June 14, 2020
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Superb! I tried this recipe last week and it was so easy. I grilled the pork just as the recipe said, and it turned out perfect! The flavors of the orzo and feta paired so well. I made it for some friends and they loved it too! Definitely making it again!

Jakayla Delauney
May 10, 2020
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Wishing it was kinda spicy but next time I'll just add some chili flakes and a dab of hot sauce.

Ila Yanuzzi
April 29, 2020
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Not awful but shrimp orzo is much tastier than this one, but since my husband liked it i'll be cooking it again.

Nellie Beckstrand
April 26, 2020
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Not sure how I feel about the texture of the noodles though it was really good nonetheless.

Brynleigh Akutagawa
April 23, 2020
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Never made anything like this before but I'm going to test my luck today since it looks so freaking good.

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