Roasted Vegetable Orzo: The Easy, Nutritious Meal You’ll Love
Enjoy this roasted vegetable orzo recipe that combines delicious flavors with nutrition for a wholesome meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the vegetables with olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package directions.
- Once the vegetables are roasted, combine them with the cooked orzo.
- If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be served warm or cold.
- Feel free to add your favorite herbs for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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