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This Vegetable Orzo is easy to make with seasonal vegetables that are roasted then topped with warm fluffy orzo, feta cheese, and fresh herbs. | aheadofthyme.com

Vegetable Orzo


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  • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Vegetable Orzo is easy to make with seasonal vegetables that are roasted then topped with warm, fluffy orzo, little chunks of feta cheese, and fresh herbs. It’s an irresistible vegetarian meal. Substitute the summer veggies with whatever is in season and make this dish all year long!


Ingredients

  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups green beans, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes), halved
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta

For the toppings:

  • ½ cup feta cheese, cubed or crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill (or parsley), chopped
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add onion, zucchini, bell pepper, green beans, tomatoes, olive oil, and salt. Toss well and spread evenly in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake until tender, about 30 minutes.
  3. While the vegetables are cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo, give it a stir, and cook over medium heat until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, or according to package instructions. Drain well and set aside.
  4. To assemble, transfer the roasted vegetables to a serving dish and add orzo. Top with feta cheese, fresh dill, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Stir well until evenly combined.
  5. Serve immediately with additional feta and dill sprinkled on top, if desired.

Notes

How to store: Allow any leftovers to cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

How to reheat: I find it easiest to reheat a serving in the microwave for just a minute or two. You can also add a small splash of water to help steam the pasta.

How to freeze: The leftovers can be frozen for several months, but the cooked pasta will be softer after thawing and reheating.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American