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Roasted Vegetable Orzo

A delicious and nutritious dish featuring orzo pasta and a medley of roasted vegetables, perfect for a wholesome meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 1 medium red onion diced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Orzo Pasta
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 4 cups water for boiling
  • 1 teaspoon salt for boiling
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Roast the Vegetables
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano. Toss to coat.
  4. Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
Cook the Orzo
  1. In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
  2. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Once cooked, drain the orzo in a colander and set aside.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
Combine and Serve
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo and roasted vegetables.
  2. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to combine.
  3. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 5gSugar: 4g

Notes

This dish can be served warm or chilled as a salad. Feel free to add your favorite protein for a heartier meal.

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