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Rainbow Orzo Salad Recipe Easy Fresh and Delicious

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This rainbow orzo salad is a fresh and vibrant dish perfect for summer gatherings. It combines colorful vegetables, fresh herbs, and tender orzo pasta with a zesty lemon herb dressing. Ideal for lunch, dinner, or potlucks, it brings bright flavors to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 red bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 orange bell pepper finely chopped
  • 1 english cucumber finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup corn fresh or frozen
  • 1/3 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice half a lemon
  • 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a teaspoon of salt. Cook the orzo following package instructions until it is just tender. Stir occasionally to avoid clumping. Drain the orzo and rinse with cold water to cool it down.
  2. While the orzo cooks, combine olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl or jar and mix well. Set this dressing aside.
  3. In a big bowl, toss the cooled orzo with all the chopped vegetables and herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir until everything is evenly coated. Add more salt and pepper if needed.
  4. Serve the salad right away, or cover and let it rest in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight to enhance the flavors. Enjoy your fresh and tasty salad!

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