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Summer Orzo Salad

Fresh and Vibrant Summer Orzo Salad You’ll Love

Enjoy this Summer Orzo Salad bursting with flavors of fresh corn and tomatoes, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Use high-quality semolina orzo.
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Halve for added sweetness.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Kernels Fresh or canned.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely diced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Coarsely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Coarsely chopped.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Light-tasting variety.
  • 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar Can be substituted with lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt For seasoning.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook for 8–9 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the orzo cooks, prepare the fresh veggies. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely dice the red onion. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper until well-emulsified.
  4. In a glass bowl, combine the cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, and red onion. Drizzle with dressing and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Just before serving, fold in cilantro and parsley for a fresh burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse orzo immediately after cooking to prevent it from sticking. Add herbs just before serving for maximum freshness.

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