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Rainbow Orzo Salad

Rainbow Orzo Salad: A Colorful Summer Delight to Savor

Rainbow Orzo Salad is a vibrant, quick prep, and customizable salad perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Gluten-free options can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Can swap with grape or Roma tomatoes.
  • 1 cup Cucumber Replace with zucchini for a similar crunch.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Any color (red, yellow, green) for variety.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Optional; can substitute with goat cheese or a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Can use shallots for milder flavor or omit.
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Can swap with white wine vinegar or lemon juice.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Feel free to use fresh herbs as substitutes.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Always adjust to suit your personal taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook for about 7 to 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. While the orzo cools, wash and chop the vegetables. Dice the cherry tomatoes and cucumber, and finely chop the bell peppers and red onion. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Italian seasoning, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper until well combined.
  4. Once the orzo has cooled, add it to the bowl with chopped vegetables. Pour the vinaigrette over the mixture and gently toss until combined.
  5. If using, crumble feta cheese over the salad and toss gently to blend.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving or serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill before serving for better flavor integration. Customize with seasonal veggies and store leftovers in an airtight container.

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