Lemon Garlic Orzo: Easy Recipe with Roasted Vegetables and Turkey Bacon
A delicious and easy Lemon Garlic Orzo recipe featuring roasted vegetables and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook the orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- On a baking sheet, toss mixed vegetables with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
- While vegetables are roasting, cook turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy; chop into pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, roasted vegetables, turkey bacon, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss well to combine.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Add Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- This dish can be served cold as a pasta salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Orzo, Roasted Vegetables, Turkey Bacon, Easy Recipe