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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, Side
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
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 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 tablespoon salt for boiling water
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for dressing
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped for garnish

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 evenly.
  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 large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt.
  2. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Drain the orzo in a colander and set aside.
Combine and Serve
  1. In a large bowl, combine the roasted vegetables and cooked orzo.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, and honey (if using).
  3. Pour the dressing over the orzo and vegetables, and toss to combine.
  4. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 5gSugar: 4g

Notes

This dish can be served warm or at room temperature. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or proteins.

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