ROASTED VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD

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I can't make this dish without printing enough copies of the recipe to hand out to girlfriends at my book club and potlucks all year round! I love it because it is a beautiful dish to look at and it's delectable. To top that, it is easy to make.&@151;Alia Shuttleworth, Auburn, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/3 cup lemon juice
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
ROASTED VEGETABLES:
1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
4 green onions, finely chopped
15 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
12 ounces feta cheese, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the first four ingredients; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, sweet peppers, onion and garlic. Add the oil, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 425° for 35-40 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Cool to room temperature., Meanwhile, cook orzo according to package directions; drain., In a large serving bowl, combine roasted vegetables, pasta, green onions, basil and pine nuts. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Add cheese; toss gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 27g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Dan Daniels
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I love how customizable this recipe is. I've made it with different types of vegetables, and it always turns out great.


adil thing
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This pasta salad is so delicious and refreshing. It's the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.


doris makena
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I've made this pasta salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have on hand for potlucks or summer gatherings.


Kinn Hossain
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This pasta salad is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kwenza Mncwango
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I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get my veggies in.


Cari Haynes
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This is the best pasta salad I've ever had! The roasted vegetables are so flavorful, and the dressing is perfect.


Mohammed Irfan
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I made this pasta salad for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Angomuso Nkosi
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's now my go-to pasta salad recipe.


Khan Khamar
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it travels well.


Akash kabir
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use any type of roasted vegetables you like, and you can also adjust the amount of dressing to your liking.


Rajan Cb
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The dressing for this pasta salad is amazing! It's light and tangy, and it really brings out the flavor of the roasted vegetables.


Hasmot Khan
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This was a great recipe. It was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Hinda nuur Claahi
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I'm not usually a fan of pasta salad, but this one is amazing! The roasted vegetables give it a great texture and flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Krishna Krishna
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This pasta salad was a hit at my summer party! The roasted vegetables added a delicious smoky flavor, and the dressing was light and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.