Roasted Vegetables With Feta And Orzo

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. 2

   Chop vegetables and place in baking sheet. Peel garlic cloves and add (unchopped) to vegetables. Coat with 4 tablespoons olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Roast vegetables for approximately 20 to 25 minutes, or until tender.

4. 4

   While vegetables are roasting, bring large pot of salted water to boil over high heat and add orzo. Cook for approximately 10 minutes (or according to box directions).

5. 5

   When vegetables are roasted, remove garlic cloves and set aside.

6. 6

   Drain orzo and cool down slightly under running water. Put orzo in large bowl and add roasted vegetables.

7. 7

   In small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil and vinegar. Add in roasted garlic cloves and mash with a fork. Whisk again to combine. Set aside. You may not need all of the dressing.

8. 8

   Add diced feta cheese and chopped parsley to orzo and vegetable mixture. (Feta will melt slightly) Toss to combine and add in balsamic vinagrette. Salt and pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Serve warm or cold. (I prefer warm!).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.