Roasted Vegetables W Tahini Sauce Over Orzo

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant dish of Roasted Vegetables with Tahini Sauce over Orzo. Bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe combines caramelized roasted vegetables—like red bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes—with a velvety tahini sauce for a creamy, tangy twist. Served over tender orzo pasta, this vegetarian meal is balanced, hearty, and ready in just 40 minutes. The smoky paprika seasoning on the veggies complements the nutty tahini, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens every bite. Perfect as a satisfying main course or a crowd-pleasing side dish, this recipe is easy to prepare and ideal for meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor, and enjoy a nourishing, Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Orzo pasta
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 small Red onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

Prepare the vegetables: dice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot into bite-sized pieces. Slice the red onion into wedges. Leave the cherry tomatoes whole.

Step 4

On a large baking sheet, combine the vegetables. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 5

Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they're tender and slightly caramelized.

Step 6

While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the tahini sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and water until smooth. Add a pinch of salt if needed.

Step 7

To assemble: divide the cooked orzo among plates or bowls. Top with the roasted vegetables, then drizzle the tahini sauce generously over everything.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1043.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1632.7

Total Fat 74.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4332.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.9g	0%
Total Sugars 34.1g
Protein 42.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3632.6mg	0%
Iron 16081.8mg	0%
Potassium 1692.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.3%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 49.6%