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Feta & Veggie Bowl with Orzo & Chickpeas

Feta & Veggie Bowl with Orzo & Chickpeas


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  • Author: Lisa
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 3–4
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Feta & Veggie Bowl with Orzo & Chickpeas is a bright, wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired dish loaded with roasted vegetables, creamy feta, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. It’s nourishing, flexible, and perfect for both quick dinners and make-ahead lunches—warm or chilled!


Ingredients

  • For the Bowl:
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

  • 1 zucchini, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1/2 red onion, sliced

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • For the Dressing:
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  • On a baking sheet, toss chopped zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and chickpeas with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.

  • Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until vegetables are golden and tender.

  • While veggies roast, cook the orzo in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cool water.

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

  • In a large bowl, combine orzo, roasted veggies and chickpeas, and crumbled feta.

 

  • Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • You can prep the roasted veggies and orzo up to 3 days ahead.

  • For a vegan version, simply leave out the feta or use a dairy-free alternative.

  • Add chopped fresh herbs like parsley or dill for extra brightness.

  • Swap orzo with quinoa, couscous, or brown rice for a gluten-free or grain variation.

  • Tastes even better the next day!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish, Salad Bowl
  • Method: Roasting, Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 330mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 19g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 17mg