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Rainbow Orzo Salad

A vibrant and colorful salad featuring orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 1 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 1 cup carrot shredded
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Cook the Orzo
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Drain the orzo in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables
  1. While the orzo is cooking, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber and bell pepper, shred the carrot, and finely chop the red onion and parsley.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Combine Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, prepared vegetables, and dressing. Toss gently to combine.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 3gSugar: 4g

Notes

This salad can be served cold or at room temperature. It's great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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