Rainbow Orzo Salad Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Rainbow Orzo Salad featuring tender orzo pasta tossed with colorful vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty olive oil dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Orzo
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Vegetables
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Feta Cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo: Bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool and stop the cooking process.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the orzo cooks, chop the red and yellow bell peppers, cucumber, purple cabbage, red onion, and parsley into bite-sized pieces to create a colorful, crisp mix.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Combine Salad: In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooled orzo with the vegetables, crumbled feta cheese, and the olive oil dressing until everything is evenly coated and mixed.
- Serve: You can serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld for a more pronounced taste. Stir before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Customize with your favorite vegetables or fresh herbs like mint or basil.
- Use gluten-free orzo to make this recipe gluten-free.
Keywords: rainbow orzo salad, orzo pasta salad, Mediterranean salad, vegetarian salad, feta orzo salad, healthy pasta salad
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