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Rainbow Orzo Salad

Rainbow Orzo Salad: Colorful, Healthy, and So Easy to Make

Rainbow Orzo Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish, packed with fresh vegetables and creamy feta, perfect for summer meals.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup orzo pasta gluten-free orzo is a great substitute
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes can swap with diced regular tomatoes
  • 1 each orange bell pepper can use red or yellow bell peppers
  • 1 each yellow bell pepper for vibrant color
  • 1/2 each cucumber zucchini can be a fantastic alternative
  • 1/4 cup red onion optional; can substitute with green onions
  • 1 cup feta cheese can swap with goat cheese or omit for dairy-free
  • 1 cup fresh basil parsley or mint can diversify flavor
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil high-quality options for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar apple cider vinegar is a good substitute
  • 1 each lemon juice needed
  • 1 tablespoon honey agave syrup is a great vegan alternative
  • 1 clove garlic minced shallots can be a milder substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning can use individual herbs like oregano or thyme
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook orzo according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined.
  3. Chop cherry tomatoes, orange bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, and, if using, red onion.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooled orzo, chopped vegetables, feta cheese, and basil. Toss gently.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well-coated.
  6. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For best results, keep the dressing separate until serving.

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