Description
Rainbow Orzo Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines chewy orzo pasta with a medley of colorful vegetables and a tangy dressing. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, this salad brings bright flavors and stunning presentation to any occasion. With its quick preparation and make-ahead friendly nature, Rainbow Orzo Salad is sure to impress family and friends while being a nutritious choice for health-conscious eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled orzo with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, feta cheese, and basil. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least an hour to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg