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Rainbow Orzo Salad

Rainbow Orzo Salad: A Colorful Twist on Fresh Summer Eats

Rainbow Orzo Salad is a vibrant, fresh dish ideal for summer meals, packed with crunchy vegetables and tossed in a zesty vinaigrette.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Substitute with quinoa for gluten-free option.
Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape or diced Roma tomatoes can be used.
  • 1 large Cucumber
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mix red, yellow, and green.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Adjust quantity to taste.
Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Optional; can substitute with goat cheese or dairy-free options.
Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Use high-quality oil for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar Red wine vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs e.g., parsley, basil.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the orzo pasta and cook for 7-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside to cool.
  2. Chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Combine chopped veggies in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until well combined.
  4. Add cooled orzo, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh herbs to the mixing bowl. Gently fold together to combine.
  5. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add a splash of olive oil before serving leftovers to revive flavors.

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