Orzo & Roast Carrot Salad

Dinner
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Ingredients

  • Orzo pasta, cooked and cooled
  • Carrots, roasted with oil, paprika, salt & pepper
  • Currants
  • Feta, crumbled
  • Spinach
  • Pumpkin seeds, toasted

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C. Chop carrots and toss with olive oil, paprika, salt & pepper. Roast until tender and slightly caramelised (approx. 25–30 minutes).
  2. Cook orzo according to packet instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  3. Whisk all dressing ingredients together in a small bowl or jar.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked orzo, roast carrots, currants, spinach, and pumpkin seeds.
  5. Pour over dressing and toss gently to combine.
  6. Top with crumbled feta and fresh mint before serving.