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Roasted Vegetable Orzo

A cozy and colorful pasta dish featuring roasted vegetables, tender orzo, lemon, and Parmesan for a bright Mediterranean-inspired meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Healthy, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Roasted Vegetables
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 yellow squash, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Orzo Base
  • 1.5 cups orzo
  • 3 cups water or broth
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Finishing Touches
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan, grated

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Roast vegetables until caramelized and tender.
  2. Cook orzo in water or broth until tender.
  3. Toss cooked orzo with roasted vegetables.
  4. Add lemon juice and Parmesan.
  5. Garnish with basil and serve warm or chilled.

Notes

Add pesto or feta for extra flavor.