Go Back
–+ servings

Roasted Vegetable Shrimp Orzo Salad

This Roasted Vegetable Shrimp Orzo Salad is the ULTIMATE spring pasta salad! Loaded with roasted veggies, tender shrimp, crumbled feta, and fresh herbs, it's deliciously flavorful and perfect for lunch or dinner!
Print Pin
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 430kcal
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 pound dry orzo
  • 1 pound cooked peeled shrimp (tails removed)
  • 1 medium eggplant
  • 1 medium yellow squash
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 red onion
  • 1 orange bell pepper
  • 8 ounces crumbled feta
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped dill
  • 1/3 cup fresh chopped parsley

Marinade

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Dressing

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 6 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • Chop the vegetables into uniform pieces. Transfer to a large bowl and set aside.
  • Prepare the marinade by combining 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon each salt, pepper, onion powder and garlic powder. Whisk well; drizzle over the chopped vegetables and toss to coat.
  • Spread the vegetables on 2 large, rimmed baking sheets lined with foil. Roast at 400° for 10-15 minutes, tossing halfway through, until tender-crisp.
  • Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Prepare the dressing by combining 1/2 cup olive oil, 6 Tablespoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1 1/2 Tablespoons dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Whisk well.
  • Place the shrimp in a small mixing bowl or gallon size ziploc bag. Pour 1/3 cup of dressing over the shrimp and toss to coat.
  • Combine the cooked orzo with the roasted veggies, seasoned shrimp, crumbled feta, chopped dill and parsley, and remaining dressing. Toss until well combined.
  • Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.

Notes

Recipe Variations

  • Substitute any kind of pasta in place of orzo
  • Use any of your favorite veggies (e.g. broccoli, mushrooms, carrots, brussels sprouts, or tomatoes)
  • Substitute grilled chicken breast or flavored chicken sausage for the shrimp
  • Use store bought vinaigrette to save time
  • Substitute shaved Parmesan, crumbled goat cheese or fresh mozzarella pearls for the feta
  • Add a kick of heat with crushed red pepper flakes
  • Substitute fresh basil for the dill

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 430kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 810mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g