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    Home » Pasta

    Summer Orzo Salad

    Updated: Aug 27, 2020 · Published: Jul 22, 2018 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Summer Orzo Salad

    Hot summer days are coming, and there's no better way to cool down than by enjoying this Summer Orzo Salad. It's packed with fresh summer veggies like tomatoes and cucumbers that are at their tastiest during these warm summer months. The cool, crisp crunch of the cucumbers adds a refreshing flavor and texture to this salad, while the juicy ripe tomatoes give a nice hint of acidity.

    Most importantly, this recipe is so quick and easy to make! It comes together in under 30 minutes, so it is perfect for a last-minute party, or as a quick side dish for your favorite summer dinner entrée. You can even make it in advance and keep it in the fridge until you're ready to serve.

    Another added bonus of Summer Orzo Salad is the adaptability of the recipe. This version uses Italian dressing, but it would taste equally delightful with either Balsamic, raspberry or champagne vinaigrette. You can also substitute any or all of your favorite vegetables, and tailor the recipe depending on what's in season in your area. Have fun with this recipe, and consider it a jumping off point for you to customize to suit your taste preferences.

    What is Orzo?

    Orzo is a variety of pasta that is shaped like grains of barley or rice.  Traditionally, orzo is made from semolina (milled durum wheat). This type of wheat is hard, allowing orzo to be resilient during cooking. It can be boiled, simmered in a stew, or baked without losing its chewy texture. This small grain-like pasta can be found in the pasta aisle in most grocery stores, alongside other pasta shapes like spaghetti, fusilli or linguini. Orzo has become increasingly popular in the last few years, so it should be available in a store near you.

    When Are Tomatoes in Season?

    In North America, tomatoes are in season between June and October. While each variety of tomato has a slightly different growing season and peak harvest times, you can expect juicy, flavorful tomatoes to be available all summer long. Adding tomatoes to dishes like Summer Orzo Salad provides a delicious balance of sweet and tart qualities. With so many farms growing tomatoes in greenhouses these days, odds are you will be able to find tasty tomatoes both early and late in the season.

    More Great Salad Recipes Like Summer Orzo Salad

    If you like this Summer Orzo Salad, you'll want to check out these other tasty, inventive, and perfect-for-summer salad recipes:

    • Delicious BLT Pasta Salad
    • Pasta Avocado Salad
    • Easy Green Bean Salad with Tomatoes and Feta

    Summer Orzo Salad prepared and ready to serve

    How To Make Summer Orzo Salad

    First, chop the broccoli, cucumber and bell peppers.

    Broccoli, cucumber and bell pepper chopped, tomatoes left whole

    Next, combine all ingredients together in a bowl, add the Italian dressing, give it a toss, and serve!

    Summer Orzo Salad mixed and ready to serve in a bowl

    Summer Orzo Salad

    All She Cooks
    This Summer Orzo Salad is packed with perfectly fresh, in-season veggies, and is so quick and easy to make!
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 740 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 4 cups prepared orzo pasta
    • 1 English cucumber chopped
    • 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
    • 1 orange bell pepper chopped
    • 1 cup heirloom cherry tomatoes sliced in half
    • 1 cup broccoli florets
    • 1 cup Italian dressing

    Instructions
     

    • Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl.
    • Toss and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 740kcalCarbohydrates: 129gProtein: 22gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 607mgPotassium: 773mgFiber: 7gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 1415IUVitamin C: 124mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword how to make Orzo Salad, orzo salad, Summer Orzo Salad
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