Tasty Roasted Vegetable Orzo (Print Version)
Vibrant Mediterranean orzo with roasted vegetables, feta, and fresh herbs. Ready in 50 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
02 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Orzo
10 - 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
11 - 4 cups vegetable broth or water
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Finishing Touches
14 - 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
16 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
17 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, then sprinkle with oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Spread vegetables on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
04 - Bring vegetable broth or water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add orzo and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook according to package directions for about 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain, then toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
05 - Combine roasted vegetables and cooked orzo in a large serving bowl. Add feta, basil, parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The roasted vegetables develop this incredible sweetness that balances perfectly with the salty feta
- You can serve it warm, room temperature, or cold making it insanely versatile for meal prep or parties
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- Do not crowd your vegetables on the baking sheet or they will steam instead of roast
- Reserve a little pasta water before draining the orzo in case you need to loosen the final dish
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- Cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so they roast evenly
- Let the roasted vegetables cool for about 5 minutes before tossing with the hot orzo