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Baked Orzo Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Halloumi

Try this twist to the summer Greek salad classic! Packed full of nutrients from the roasted veg and orzo, a taste of Greece!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: mains
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 5
Calories: 476kcal
Cost: £1.54

Ingredients

  • 750 g salad tomatoes, sliced into wedges (£1.35)
  • 2 red onions, sliced into wedges (£0.50/3)=(£0.33)
  • 3 courgettes, sliced into chunks (£1.20)
  • 250 g orzo (£0.70/2=(£0.35)
  • 450 g (2 blocks) of halloumi, sliced into thin pieces (£3.50)
  • 50 g kalamata olives, pitted (£1.50/2)=(£0.75)
  • 1 lemon, sliced into wedges (£1.20)

Cupboard Essentials

  • 2.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 600 ml vegetable stock
  • Salt & Pepper

Instructions

  • Heat oven gas mark 180°C
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, courgette and onion into a large baking tray. Drizzle (around 2 tbsp) of olive oil into the tray and season with the oregano and a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Use a spatula to ensure everything is evenly coated with oil and pop in the oven, timer set to 25 minutes.
  • When your timer goes off, scatter the orzo into the baking tray with the roasted veg. Pour the vegetable stock into the pan and, using the spoon, ensure that all the orzo is submerged. Add the kalamata olives at this stage as well before covering with foil and popping back in the oven for 25 minutes.
  • During this time, fry the halloumi on a medium heat with ½ tbsp of olive oil until golden brown. Approx 2-3 minutes per side.
  • When the orzo is fully cooked, drizzle the red wine vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil. Top with halloumi, some lemon wedges and you’re good to go!

Notes

  • Choose fresh and seasonal vegetables with vibrant colours, such as courgettes, tomatoes, and red onion, to enhance the flavours of the dish.
  • Cut the vegetables into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and optimal roasting.
  • Fry the halloumi cheese separately until browned and slightly crispy, then set it aside to top the roasted vegetables and orzo towards the end of the cooking process.

Nutrition

Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 19g