Description
This Lemon Orzo Bowl with Feta, Roasted Veggies & Honey Dressing is a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish filled with fresh roasted vegetables, tender orzo, tangy lemon, creamy feta, and a touch of honey. It’s quick to make, easy to customize, and perfect for meal prep or light gatherings.
Ingredients
- For the Bowl:
1 cup orzo pasta
1 small zucchini, sliced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 small red onion, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- For the Dressing:
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon honey
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss the zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
Roast the vegetables for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
Meanwhile, cook the orzo in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo and roasted vegetables. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat.
Top with crumbled feta and fresh parsley. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
To make it vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey and vegan feta.
Gluten-free? Substitute with gluten-free orzo or cooked quinoa.
This recipe is perfect for meal prep—just keep the dressing separate until ready to eat.
Add chickpeas, grilled chicken, or avocado for extra protein or richness.
Delicious warm or cold; great for lunches, picnics, or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Salad
- Method: Roasting, Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg