5 Ingredient Mediterranean Pasta | Jamie Oliver.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese offers a lower-fat option while maintaining creaminess.

black olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: canned olives

Green olives can be lighter in flavor and are often less expensive.

cherry tomatoes

🥗Healthier: sun-dried tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Sun-dried tomatoes add a concentrated flavor and can be cheaper when out of season.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

Cut 600 grams of tomatoes in half and grate them using a box grater to create a fresh sauce.

Heat a wide casserole-style pan over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Add 2 cloves of minced garlic to the pan and sauté until it starts to color.

Add the grated tomatoes to the pan and bring to a boil.

Add water to the pan, roughly the same volume as the grated tomatoes.

Stir in 200 grams of orzo and season with salt and black pepper.

Cover the pan and simmer for 12 to 14 minutes, stirring regularly until the orzo is tender.

Once cooked, stir in half a bunch of chopped parsley and 40 grams of grated halloumi, mixing well.

Adjust the texture with a little water if needed, and finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

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