Name: Orzo Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 16 oz Orzo Pasta- cooked, yes found in the pasta aisle!; 10 Cherry Tomatoes- halved; 1/2 Medium Cucumber- sliced and quartered; 1 Bell Pepper- diced; 10 Basil Leaves- sliced; Sliced Chives to garnish; 1/2 Cup Olive Oil; 1 Lemon- juiced; 1 tsp Honey; 1 tsp Creamy Dijon Mustard; 2 tsp White Sugar; Salt and Pepper to taste

AuthorfoodiesinourthirtiesCategoryElevated Home Cooked MealsDifficultyBeginner

Orzo Salad! With all fresh ingredients, some from our garden to round out the end of summer! The garden fresh tomatoes, basil and chives allow this side dish to shine. Add our Creamy Lemon Dressing and this is an absolute crowd favorite and even better as leftovers, enjoy!

Yields10 Servings

Prep Time20 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time30 mins

Pasta:

16 oz Orzo Pasta- cooked, yes found in the pasta aisle!

10 Cherry Tomatoes- halved

1/2 Medium Cucumber- sliced and quartered

1 Bell Pepper- diced

10 Basil Leaves- sliced

Sliced Chives to garnish

Creamy Lemon Dressing:

1/2 Cup Olive Oil

1 Lemon- juiced

1 tsp Honey

1 tsp Creamy Dijon Mustard

2 tsp White Sugar

Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook orzo pasta as directed on the box. Drain and set aside.

Chop all vegetables according to ingredient list.

Mix dressing in a bowl or mason jar. Shake well or use an immersion blender.

Add the cooked pasta to a large bowl or container. Mix all ingredients together. Pour the dressing in and mix well. Store in the fridge for a few hours to allow the flavors to blend. Garnish with chopped chives and enjoy!

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