SUMMERY CHOPPED ORZO SALAD

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I needed a recipe that would use a bunch of veggies harvested from my garden, so I came up with this refreshing orzo salad that is both colorful and crunchy. A very refreshing vegetarian salad for those hot summer days.

Provided by Columbus Foodie

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 ounces orzo pasta, cooked and rinsed with cold water
1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced small
1 medium zucchini, diced small
5 radishes, diced small
1 small red onion, diced small
1 large ear of corn, sliced off the cob (use canned if fresh not available)
1 roma tomato, diced small
1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
1 cup small tomatoes, quartered (depending on size)
1 lb mozzarella cheese, balls (Perlini)
fresh basil, chopped
fresh parsley, chopped
fresh chives, chopped
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Chop all veggies very small, and toss with cooked orzo.
  • Add cheese, and toss again.
  • Mix all dressing ingredients and shake hard in a container to emulsify.
  • Dress salad with as much dressing as you'd like. You won't necessarily use it all.
  • Chill and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1109.5, Fat 81.2, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 89.7, Sodium 748.3, Carbohydrate 62.6, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 11.9, Protein 35.8

Salang Khan
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This salad was a disappointment. The flavors were bland and the dressing was too oily. I would not recommend this recipe.


Isabel Goodlow
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I was looking for a light and summery salad to make for dinner and this one fit the bill perfectly! It was easy to make and the flavors were delicious. I especially loved the dressing. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Lakshman Kumar
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of the orzo, tomatoes, and cucumbers. The feta cheese and dressing really add a nice touch. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Azukile Butumbu
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The salad is very easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover orzo. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Bishesta Chhetri
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This chopped orzo salad is the perfect summer dish! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love the combination of the orzo, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta cheese. The dressing is also delicious and really brings all of the flavors together


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