Vibrant Rainbow Orzo Salad: Colorful Twist for Summer Dishes
Author:meryem
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings 1x
Description
Delight in a vibrant orzo salad, adding a colorful twist to your summer table. Refreshing flavors and vibrant colors perfect for sunny days! (154 chars)
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup orzo pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 bell pepper (any color you like), diced
1 carrot, shredded
½ cup red onion, finely chopped
1 cup corn (fresh or frozen and thawed)
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: A squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh kick
Instructions
Cook the Orzo: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions (typically about 8-10 minutes) until al dente.
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
Chop and Mix: While the orzo is cooking, chop your cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Grate your carrot if you haven’t already. Place all the veggies in a large mixing bowl.
Combine: Once the orzo is cooked and drained, add it to the bowl with the veggies. Pour in the dressing and gently toss everything together.
Add the Feta and Parsley: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.
Chill & Serve: For best flavors, cover the salad and let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
A colorful and vibrant salad featuring orzo pasta and fresh seasonal vegetables, perfect for summer gatherings.
