Warm Orzo Salad with Root Vegetables and Vegan Feta
This hearty warm salad combines tender roasted root vegetables with orzo pasta, tossed in a light dressing and topped with tangy vegan feta. It’s a colorful, satisfying dish that’s perfect for cozy lunches or as a flavorful side at dinner.
Yield: 4 servings
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 knife and cutting board
- 1 large pot
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
Materials
- 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
- 2 cups root vegetables carrots, parsnips, beets, cubed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ cup vegan feta crumbled
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss vegetables with olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Roast 25 minutes until caramelized.
- Cook orzo until tender and drain.
- Toss warm orzo with roasted vegetables, lemon juice, and parsley.
- Top with vegan feta crumbles and serve warm.
