Roasted Vegetable Orzo: Easy Comfort Food for Home Cooks
Discover the delightful flavors of roasted vegetables combined with orzo pasta, perfect for a cozy meal at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
- Meanwhile, cook the orzo according to package instructions.
- Once the vegetables are roasted and the orzo is cooked, combine them in a large bowl.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and mix well. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a healthier option, consider adding spinach or kale.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables based on seasonality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg