Italian Orzo Salad Recipe
Here is a recipe for an Italian orzo salad with orzo, vegetables, and a flavorful vinaigrette:
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: orzo
- 1 cup orzo
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cup bell peppers (red, yellow, or green) chopped
- ½ cup red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse the orzo under cold water.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if using).
Whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, basil, mustard, and oregano in a small bowl—season with salt and pepper to taste.
Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and toss to combine.
Serve the orzo salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
This Italian orzo salad is a colorful and flavorful side dish or light lunch option. You can add other ingredients such as olives, chopped cucumbers, or roasted vegetables for added flavor and texture.