Hey y’all! It’s been a while since I’ve spiced things up in the kitchen. However, I’m happy to report that this past weekend I got back in the saddle trying something new, an Orzo Salad. I had actually never cooked orzo before and have no idea what I was waiting for! It was really easy and even better, the results were a scrumptious hit. This recipe can be served chilled and is officially my new go to Summer side dish.
Here’s the skinny on how I made it, although I must say I adapted a recipe I found online, based on my own taste buds and what I had in the crisper drawer. I’d encourage you to do the same!
Summer Orzo Salad
1) Cook 1 cup of Orzo (found in the grocery store next to the regular pasta) according to package instructions. Rinse in cold water and place in serving dish.
2) Add 1/4 cup chopped sweet onion, 1/2 pepper (I had an orange one on hand), 2 cups of thawed frozen corn, 1 cup grape tomatoes, and 2 tbsp. of minced parsley and basil. Toss together.
3) In a sealed container shake together 3 tbsp. olive oil, 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper. Then toss to coat.
4) Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve chilled.
So, who’s with me and enjoying summer’s great foods!?
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Oh, makes me hungry! Always love your kitchen treats, Megan.
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yum! Thanks for this. I have a few of these ingredients in my fridge and they need to be used fast! Have a great day.
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First congrats to Kristin!
Ooh and I love orzo salad and make mine with roasted veggies – yum!
xoxo,
Chic ‘n Cheap Living
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I love salads in the summertime, I’ll have to try this out.
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Oh yum! I love orzo salads and adding a pepper in it sounds so good!
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That looks really good!! Thanks for sharing. xoxo
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Oooh, that looks delicious!!
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I love orzo, I usually make it with tomato, spinach and goat cheese. This salad looks delicious!
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