Roasted Vegetable Orzo: Easy Comfort Food for Any Night
Roasted Vegetable Orzo is a delightful and easy-to-make comfort food perfect for any night of the week. This dish combines the rich flavors of roasted vegetables with tender orzo pasta, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the orzo and combine it with the roasted vegetables.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley, mixing well.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to use any vegetables you have on hand.
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a plant-based substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg