Pesto Orzo with Roasted Zucchini

Name: Pesto Orzo with Roasted Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch slices; 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 1 cube vegetable bouillon; 1 large Spanish onion, chopped; 0.5 cup pesto sauce; 8 cherry tomatoes, halved, or more to taste; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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I created this recipe after discovering the amazing health benefits of vegetarian eating. It's the perfect dinner; the best part is that it tastes even better the next day!

Submitted by Maristela

Updated on February 14, 2025

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

4

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2 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch slices
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 cube vegetable bouillon
1 large Spanish onion, chopped
½ cup pesto sauce
8 cherry tomatoes, halved, or more to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place zucchini in a bowl and season with 2 tablespoons oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
Roast zucchini in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Flip slices and continue roasting until tender and golden, about 10 minutes more.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add orzo and vegetable bouillon. Cook until orzo is tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet. Add onion and cook until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Stir in pesto sauce. Cut each zucchini round into 4 pieces and add to the skillet. Add orzo, stirring to coat in pesto sauce. Add cherry tomatoes. Stir until just combined, about 30 seconds. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

536	Calories
33g	Fat
48g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 536
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g	42%
Saturated Fat 7g	35%
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 335mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate 48g	17%
Dietary Fiber 5g	16%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 15g	31%
Vitamin C 28mg	31%
Calcium 283mg	22%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 556mg	12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

Pesto Orzo with Roasted Zucchini

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