HERB VEGETABLE ORZO SALAD

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The chilled salad our Test Kitchen tossed together is an ideal warm-weather refresher. Golden corn, grape tomatoes and fresh basil bring the very best of summer to the table. Subtly salty olives add an interesting contrast to the other sun-sweetened veggies

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup grape or cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, halved
1/4 cup chopped sweet onion
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large serving bowl; add the corn, red pepper, tomatoes, olives, onion, basil and parsley. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, salt and pepper; shake well. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 157mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Demarcus Baylor
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This salad is a keeper.


Dipendra khatri
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This is a delicious and refreshing salad.


Alime Qaka
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I will definitely be making this salad again.


Portia Aboagye
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This salad is a great make-ahead dish.


Netra Raut
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover vegetables.


Tyler Heffernan
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of herbs and vegetables.


A O'Regan
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit.


Dizzy Emi
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This is the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.


Armando Tanori
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


mm Mostafa
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Hugo Mnisi
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This is a delicious and refreshing salad. The herbs and vegetables are so flavorful.


Gaming Bros
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a great make-ahead dish, which is always a plus.


Mustfa Gudara
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I've been looking for a new orzo salad recipe and this one is a keeper. It's so easy to make and the flavors are amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Asha Bane
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of herbs and vegetables. It's the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue.


Leton Islam
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's a great make-ahead dish, which is always a plus.


Jimmy Phiri
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover roasted zucchini and tomatoes, and they worked perfectly in this salad. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


sahil shahid
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I've made this salad twice now and it's a hit every time. It's so easy to make and packed with flavor. I love that I can customize it with whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Tuhinahmed Tuhin
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This orzo salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. The combination of fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and tender orzo pasta makes for a refreshing and satisfying dish. I highly recommend it for a light lunch or summer picnic.