Description
Rainbow Orzo Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings together a delightful mix of colorful vegetables and tender orzo pasta, all enveloped in a zesty dressing. This salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch on warm days. With its quick preparation and versatility, Rainbow Orzo Salad not only pleases the eyes but also tantalizes the taste buds. Whether served as a side at your next cookout or enjoyed solo, this nutritious salad is sure to impress everyone at the table.
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 chopped red onion (optional)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled orzo with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, optional red onion, feta cheese, and basil. Toss gently.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg