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Side view of the Orzo Pasta Salad plated with a fork and lemons in the background.

Orzo Pasta Salad

Simple orzo pasta salad with fresh veggies, herbs, and a lemon garlic dressing. Great for easy lunches, potlucks, or summer dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 404 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 1½ cups orzo pasta
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 English cucumber chopped
  • 1 large tomato chopped
  • ½ red onion chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint minced

For the Lemon Herb Dressing

  • 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic – minced or crushed
  • ⅓ cup olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente then drain and rinse the pasta under cold water.
  • In a small bowl or jug, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, salt, and pepper. Add the garlic and olive oil, and whisk until smooth and combined.
  • In a large bowl, toss the orzo with half of the dressing and add the chopped veggies and herbs.
  • Gently toss everything together until coated and chill for 30 minutes.
  • Add the remaining dressing just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 404kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 9gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 592mgPotassium: 419mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1557IUVitamin C: 49mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 2mg
Keyword BBQ, Healthy, Summer, Vegetarian
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