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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.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: orzo recipes, vegan feta, vegan pasta
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.