Description
Looking for the best Roasted Vegetable Orzo? This quick easy and healthy recipe combines tender orzo with caramelized vegetables and fresh herbs perfect as a side or light main dish!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 medium zucchini sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 small red onion chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Chop vegetables and toss with olive oil garlic salt and pepper.
- Spread vegetables on baking sheet and roast until tender and caramelized.
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente then drain.
- Combine roasted vegetables with orzo in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add lemon juice or feta for extra flavor.
- Keep basil separate if making ahead.
- Swap vegetables for seasonal favorites.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main or Side Dish
- Method: Roasting and Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean