Best 4 Orzo Fruit Salad Recipes

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Experience the vibrant flavors and refreshingly unique combination of orzo and fresh fruit in this delightful orzo fruit salad recipe. This salad is a perfect blend of sweet and savory, making it a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light meal, a refreshing side dish, or even as a delightful snack. With its colorful appearance and burst of flavors, this orzo fruit salad is sure to become a favorite for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORZO CHEESECAKE FRUIT SALAD



Orzo Cheesecake Fruit Salad image

This salad features my favorite fruits, complemented by the creamy pudding mix. It even works as a dessert. -Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant cheesecake or vanilla pudding mix
1/3 cup sour cream
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained
1 large banana, sliced
2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 cup canned sliced peaches, drained and chopped
1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and quartered
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the pudding mix, sour cream and pineapple. Toss banana with lemon juice; stir into pudding mixture. Stir in the oranges, marshmallows, pecans, peaches, cherries and orzo. Fold in whipped topping. Sprinkle with coconut. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ORZO FRUIT SALAD



Orzo Fruit Salad image

Make and share this Orzo Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jbrock609

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package cheesecake flavor instant pudding and pie filling mix
1/3 cup sour cream
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup canned sliced peach, drained and chopped
1/2 cup maraschino cherry, drained and quartered
1 (8 ounce) carton frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and rinse in cold water; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the pudding mix, sour cream and pineapple. Stir in pudding mixture. Stir in the oranges, marshmallows, peaches, cherries and orzo. Fold in whipped topping. Sprinkle with coconut. cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until chilled.

RIZZO SALAD (CREAMY FRUIT SALAD W/ORZO)



Rizzo Salad (creamy fruit salad w/orzo) image

This salad is cool and refreshing; very easy to make. Similar to an ambrosia salad but the orzo gives it a different twist. Serve this at your next shower, picnic, potluck, summer BBQ, Easter dinner, etc. Prepare the night before serving.

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories     Tropical Fruits

Time 30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 (20 ounce) cans crushed pineapple, juice drained and reserved
4 (8 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, juice drained and reserved
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (16 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 (1 lb) box orzo pasta, cooked and drained

Steps:

  • Cook and drain orzo noodles.
  • In a saucepan combine eggs, sugar, salt, cornstarch while gradually adding in reserved juice and stir to mix.
  • Bring to a boil and stir, until mixture is a little thick.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • In a large serving bowl, combine orzo, orange, pineapple and juice mixture; mix with Cool Whip.
  • Refrigerate until serving.

ORZO FRUIT SALAD



ORZO FRUIT SALAD image

Categories     Fruit     Pasta     Dessert     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 oz pkg uncooked orzo pasta
3/4 cup white sugar
2 beaten eggs
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 20 ounce cans crushed pineapple, drained with juice reserved
1 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments, drained and chopped
1 20 oz jar maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1 12 oz container frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • * In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente, rinse under cold water and drain. * In a sauce pan, combine the sugar, eggs, flour, salt, pineapple juice and cook over medium heat until mixture thickens. Remove from heat and cool. * Toss together the pasta and cooked pineapple juice mixture. Refrigerate overnight. * Break apart chilled pasta with a spoon and mix in pineapple, mandarin oranges and cherries. Fold in thawed whipped topping, chill and serve.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fruits to create a colorful and flavorful salad. Some good options include berries, grapes, melon, pineapple, and citrus fruits.
  • Add some chopped nuts or seeds for a bit of crunch and extra nutrition.
  • If you want a sweeter salad, add some honey or maple syrup to the dressing.
  • Orzo fruit salad can be served as a side dish or a main course.
  • It's a great option for summer picnics and potlucks.

Conclusion:

Orzo fruit salad is a refreshing and delicious dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give orzo fruit salad a try!

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