BASIL & MINT ORZO SALAD

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Make and share this Basil & Mint Orzo Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jen in Victoria

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Pour the broth into a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the orzo. Cover partially and cook until the orzo is tender but still firm to the bite, stirring frequently, about 7 minutes.
  • Drain the orzo and transfer to a large wide bowl. Set aside to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, mix the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper and oil in a blender; pour over pasta and mix well.
  • Add tomatoes, onion, basil and mint; stir well. Season the salad, to taste, with salt and pepper, and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 669, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 7.1

Tamar Hassan
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Reatlegile Hlagala
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This is a great recipe for beginners.


susmita Sarkar
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


mirembe mercy
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover herbs.


sports King
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Caitlin De Beer
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.


Kimberlee Achey
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I've never had a basil mint orzo salad before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's so delicious!


Rasidul Hasan
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This is a great salad for a crowd.


Hillary Ugwuja
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I love the fresh, summery flavors in this salad.


Krishna Thapa
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.


Sahed Khan
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I love the pop of color that the basil and mint add to this salad.


Emily Browne
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo. It's also a great make-ahead dish.


Taspia Taspia
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I made this salad for a party and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Jonathan Hughes
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The salad is packed with flavor and the dressing is delicious.


Sboniso Ndlovu
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Baloch Sahib512
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit at potlucks. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Honest anime lover
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The orzo was cooked perfectly and the dressing was light and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Omshankar Mahara
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This basil mint orzo salad was a refreshing and flavorful side dish that was easy to make. The combination of herbs and lemon dressing was perfect for a summer meal.