Roasted Vegetable Orzo: A Nutritious Twist for Your Next Meal
This roasted vegetable orzo recipe combines delicious roasted veggies with orzo for a nutritious and vibrant meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed vegetables with olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, 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.
- Once cooked, drain the orzo and mix it with the roasted vegetables.
- If desired, stir in grated Parmesan cheese and serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese.
- You can add other vegetables like broccoli or cherry tomatoes based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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