ORZO SALAD WITH VEGETABLES AND HERBS
Categories Salad Herb Pasta Tomato Side Lemon Mint Cucumber Summer Bon Appétit Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For Salad:
- Bring large pot of salted water to boil. Add sugar snap peas; cook 1 minute. Using slotted spoon, transfer peas to strainer. Rinse with cold water and drain. Add orzo to same pot. Boil until tender but still firm to bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and cool.
- Place orzo in large bowl. Mix in sugar snap peas, tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, parsley. mint and lemon peel. Season with salt and pepper.
- For Dressing:
- Combine lemon juice, lemon peel and garlic in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Pour half of dressing over salad; toss to coat. (Can be Made 6 hours ahead. Cover salad and remaining dressing separately and chill. Bring to room temperature before continuing.) Toss salad with enough remaining dressing to coat generously. Season with salt and pepper. Line shallow serving bowl with lettuce. Mount salad in bowl.
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Scott Cowan
[email protected]I would love to try this salad with different types of dressing. I think a balsamic vinaigrette or a honey mustard dressing would be delicious.
elvisfan elvisfan
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp.
Demario Ross
[email protected]This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
Kamogelo Mokone
[email protected]This salad is a great way to sneak some vegetables into my kids' diet. They love the orzo and the dressing, and they don't even notice the vegetables.
Waseem Mughal
[email protected]I love how customizable this salad is. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my dietary needs and preferences.
Enhle Sthole
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before a party, and it was even better the next day.
Mb Sovuj
[email protected]I found this salad to be a bit too oily. I would use less olive oil next time.
Malik Naveed Drigh
[email protected]This salad is a bit bland for my taste. I would add some more herbs or spices to give it more flavor.
rajib sheikh
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the vegetables are perfectly cooked.
Kitamirike Moses
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients, and it's delicious too.
Cisco Freitas
[email protected]I love the addition of herbs to this salad. They really brighten up the flavor.
Hamed 001
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks and picnics.
SADAAM HUSSAIN
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up before they go bad.
Natalice Luiz
[email protected]I love how versatile this salad is. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste, and it always turns out delicious.
Akello Evalyne
[email protected]This orzo salad is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. The combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and tangy dressing creates a dish that is both refreshing and satisfying.