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Rainbow Orzo Salad

Rainbow Orzo Salad

Rainbow Orzo Salad is a bright and colorful salad that's perfect for warmer weather. It's crunchy, light and fresh. This easy pasta salad is the perfect side dish or light lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 205
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup diced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Small bowl
  • jar
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo until al dente, according to package directions.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, make the dressing by whisking all the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl until combined (or shake together in a jar). Set aside.
  3. Drain and rinse the orzo with cold water, about 1 minute, or until cooled. Place in a large bowl.
  4. Add in the tomatoes, peppers, cucumber, red onion (optional), feta cheese, and basil. Toss to combine. Drizzle with the dressing and toss again to combine. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. Serve immediately or store in an air tight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!