Lemon Garlic Orzo: Easy Roasted Vegetables Delight Recipe
A delicious and easy recipe for Lemon Garlic Orzo with Roasted Vegetables that captures vibrant flavors and is perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Baking, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups mixed seasonal vegetables (e.g. bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large pot, cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add mixed vegetables to the bowl and toss to coat.
- Spread the vegetables on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
- Mix roasted vegetables with the cooked orzo and stir in chopped parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference.
- This dish can be served warm or chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Orzo, Roasted Vegetables, Easy Recipe