Ina Garten Roasted Vegetable Orzo Recipe
If you love healthy and comforting pasta dishes, this Ina Garten Roasted Vegetable Orzo Recipe is perfect. It is colorful, light and full of roasted flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 zucchini chopped
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
- 1 red onion chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet for roasting vegetables evenly.
Prepare vegetables
- Chop zucchini, peppers, onion and tomatoes. Place them in a large bowl.
Season vegetables
- Add olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and oregano. Toss until evenly coated.
Roast vegetables
- Spread vegetables on baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes until soft and slightly golden.
Cook orzo
- Boil orzo in salted water until tender. Drain and set aside.
Mix everything
- Combine roasted vegetables and cooked orzo in a large bowl. Mix gently.
Add flavor
- Add Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Stir to combine all flavors.
Garnish
- Add fresh basil on top for extra freshness and aroma.
Serve warm
- Serve immediately as a main dish or side dish.
Notes
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens
- Use feta cheese instead of Parmesan
- Add grilled chicken for protein
- Roast vegetables longer for deeper flavor
- Use whole wheat orzo for healthier option
- Add chili flakes for mild spice