Best 9 Roasted Veggie Orzo Recipes

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Roasted veggie orzo, a delightful combination of tender pasta, vibrant roasted vegetables, and flavorful herbs, is a dish that tantalizes the taste buds and nourishes the body. This wholesome and versatile recipe offers a symphony of textures and flavors, making it a perfect choice for both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions. With its colorful appearance and irresistible aroma, roasted veggie orzo is sure to impress guests and leave them craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED VEGGIE ORZO



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"My sister inspired this recipe. I added a few more spices, but the concept is hers. It's easy to vary, is a great way to add veggies to your diet and the olive oil is heart healthy."Jackie Termont - Richmond, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups fresh mushrooms, halved
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small red onion, cut into wedges
1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme and rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place vegetables in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with seasonings; toss to coat. Bake at 400° until tender, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package directions. Drain; transfer to a serving bowl. Stir in roasted vegetables. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORZO WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES



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This recipe is a slight variation of a wonderful summer dish invented by Sarah Leah Chase in her book The Open House Cookbook.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 small eggplant, peeled and 3/4-inch diced
1 red bell pepper, 1-inch diced
1 yellow bell pepper, 1-inch diced
1 red onion, peeled and 1-inch diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup good olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound orzo or rice-shaped pasta
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/3 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 scallions, minced (white and green parts)
1/4 cup pignolis (pine nuts), toasted
3/4 pound good feta, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled)
15 fresh basil leaves, cut into julienne

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Toss the eggplant, bell peppers, onion, and garlic with the olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large sheet pan. Roast for 40 minutes, until browned, turning once with a spatula.
  • Meanwhile, cook the orzo in boiling salted water for 7 to 9 minutes, until tender. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add the roasted vegetables to the pasta, scraping all the liquid and seasonings from the roasting pan into the pasta bowl.
  • For the dressing, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and pour on the pasta and vegetables. Let cool to room temperature, then add the scallions, pignolis, feta, and basil. Check the seasonings, and serve at room temperature.

ORZO WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES



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This recipe is a slight variation of a wonderful summer dish invented by Sarah Leah Chase in her book, The Open House Cookbook.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 small eggplant, peeled and 3/4-inch diced
1 red bell pepper, 1-inch diced
1 yellow bell pepper, 1-inch diced
1 red onion, peeled and 1-inch diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup good olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 pound orzo or rice-shaped pasta
1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/3 cup good olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 scallions, minced (white and green parts)
1/4 cup pignolis (pine nuts), toasted
3/4 pound good feta, 1/2-inch diced (not crumbled)
15 fresh basil leaves, cut into julienne

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Toss the eggplant, bell peppers, onion, and garlic with the olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large sheet pan. Roast for 40 minutes, until browned, turning once with a spatula.
  • Meanwhile, cook the orzo in boiling salted water for 7 to 9 minutes, until tender. Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add the roasted vegetables to the pasta, scraping all the liquid and seasonings from the roasting pan into the pasta bowl.
  • For the dressing, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and pour on the pasta and vegetables. Let cool to room temperature, then add the scallions, pignolis, feta, and basil. Check the seasonings, and serve at room temperature.

ROASTED VEGETABLE ORZO



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This is a recipe I made up with all of the wonderful summer vegetables in season. Serve it with chicken or all on its own!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 zucchini, sliced
1 summer squash, sliced
1 red onion, cut into chunks
1 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound portobello mushrooms, thickly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pinch white sugar
salt and black pepper to taste
4 cubes chicken bouillon
¼ cup dry white wine
1 (16 ounce) package orzo pasta
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Place the zucchini, squash, onion, asparagus, and mushrooms in a large bowl; add in garlic, olive oil and sugar, and stir gently to coat vegetables. Spread vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Roast vegetables until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add bouillon cubes, wine, and orzo, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain. Stir in roasted vegetables and Parmesan cheese, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 calories, Carbohydrate 104.5 g, Cholesterol 2.9 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1041.6 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH ORZO



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A little peppery heat warms up this tasty and versatile veggie-and-orzo side dish from Sam Stusek in Annapolis, Maryland. "I often substitute a variety of our favorite seasonal vegetables and it's always delicious," he notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup each chopped green and sweet red pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-3/4 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Meanwhile, in an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish, combine the remaining ingredients., Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Drain orzo; stir into vegetable mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ORZO WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES (BAREFOOT CONTESSA) INA GARTEN



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This is a great way to get your veggies in. The lemon dressing goes great with the orzo. The result is a colorful dish that's great for entertaining since you eat it at room temperature.

Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado

Categories     Onions

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 small eggplant, peeled and 3/4 inch diced
1 red bell pepper, 1 inch diced
1 yellow bell pepper, 1 inch diced
1 red onion, peeled and 1 inch diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 lb orzo pasta or 1/2 lb rice-shaped pasta
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (2 lemons)
1/3 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 scallions, minced (white and green parts)
1/4 cup pignolis, toasted (pine nuts)
3/4 lb good feta, 1/2 inch diced (not crumbled)
15 fresh basil leaves, cut into julienne

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Toss the eggplant, bell peppers, onion, and garlic with the olive oil, salt, and pepper on a large sheet pan.
  • Roast for 40 minutes, until browned, turning once with a spatula.
  • Meanwhile, cook the orzo in boiling salted water for 7 to 9 minutes, until tender.
  • Drain and transfer to a large serving bowl.
  • Add the roasted vegetables to the pasta, scraping all the liquid and seasonings from the roasting pan into the pasta bowl.
  • For the dressing, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper and pour on the pasta and vegetables.
  • Let cool to room temperature, then add the scallions, pignolis, feta, and basil.
  • Check the seasonings, and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.4, Fat 40.9, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 50.5, Sodium 1369.5, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 6, Sugar 7.9, Protein 15.8

ROASTED VEGETABLES WITH FETA AND ORZO



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Make and share this Roasted Vegetables With Feta and Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Christines Yellow K

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb orzo pasta
1 zucchini, chopped into large chunks
10 ounces portabella mushrooms, chopped into large chunks
2 large bell peppers, chopped into large chunks
1 large Spanish onion, chopped into large chunks
4 garlic cloves
8 ounces feta cheese, diced into 1/2 inch chunks
1/4 cup parsley
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
kosher salt
black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Chop vegetables and place in baking sheet. Peel garlic cloves and add (unchopped) to vegetables. Coat with 4 tablespoons olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Roast vegetables for approximately 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender.
  • While vegetables are roasting, bring large pot of salted water to boil over high heat and add orzo. Cook for approximately 10 minutes (or according to box directions).
  • When vegetables are roasted, remove garlic cloves and set aside.
  • Drain orzo and cool down slightly under running water. Put orzo in large bowl and add roasted vegetables.
  • In small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil and vinegar. Add in roasted garlic cloves and mash with a fork. Whisk again to combine. Set aside. You may not need all of the dressing.
  • Add diced feta cheese and chopped parsley to orzo and vegetable mixture. (Feta will melt slightly) Toss to combine and add in balsamic vinagrette. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve warm or cold. (I prefer warm!).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.9, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 26.8, Sodium 349.9, Carbohydrate 51.5, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 7.2, Protein 13.5

VEGETABLE ORZO



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This is a great, fresh summer side dish with sauteed zucchini, garlic, carrots, balsamic vinegar, and the bright taste of fresh lemon juice. It goes great with any meal.

Provided by AMULHERN

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Summer Squash

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
½ red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chopped carrot
1 small zucchini, quartered and sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and pepper to taste
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add orzo, and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, garlic, and carrot, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in zucchini, and cook for 2 minutes more. Pour in 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and deglaze pan. Reduce heat to medium low, and season with salt and pepper. Add orzo to skillet, then stir in remaining 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.6 g, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 30.8 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

ROASTED VEGGIES WITH SPINACH PESTO ORZO RECIPE BY TASTY



Roasted Veggies With Spinach Pesto Orzo Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: broccolini, yellow squash, red onion, extra virgin olive oil, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, baby spinach, raw walnut, lemon zest, garlic, fresh lemon juice, red pepper flakes, uncooked orzo pasta

Provided by Merle O'Neal

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 oz broccolini, cut into 1-inch pieces
12 oz yellow squash, seeded and cut into ½-inch wide half moons
12 oz red onion, cut into ½-inch wide slices
½ cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 oz baby spinach
¼ cup raw walnut
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ tablespoon red pepper flakes
1 ½ cups uncooked orzo pasta

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Spread the broccolini, squash, and red onion on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
  • Roast the vegetables for 20 minutes, until the broccolini is beginning to crisp and the squash and onions are tender. Remove from the oven and set aside.
  • While the vegetables are roasting, make the spinach pesto: In a food processor, combine the spinach, walnuts, lemon zest, garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. With the processor running, slowly stream in the remaining ½ cup of olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth, thick, and spreadable consistency.
  • Cook the orzo according to package instructions.
  • Add ¾ cup of the pesto to the warm orzo and toss to coat. Mix in the roasted vegetables and more pesto to taste.
  • Serve warm or chilled.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 5 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh vegetables: Vegetables that are fresh and in season will have the best flavor and texture.
  • Chop vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Roast vegetables at a high temperature: This will help them caramelize and get crispy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add color, flavor, and texture to your dish.
  • Season vegetables well: Use a combination of salt, pepper, and herbs to taste.
  • Add orzo to the roasted vegetables: This will make a complete meal.
  • Cook orzo according to package directions: Be sure to not overcook it.
  • Add cheese and herbs to the orzo: This will add flavor and richness.
  • Serve roasted veggie orzo hot or cold: It is delicious either way.

Conclusion:

Roasted veggie orzo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The roasted vegetables are full of flavor and the orzo is cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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