Coastal Living Confetti Orzo Salad |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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This is a yummy and very pretty salad. Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta |
1 carrot, chopped |
1 1/4 cups bell peppers (red, green, yellow, or orange) |
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped |
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion |
1/4 cup chopped red onion |
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley |
1/2 teaspoon lemon rind, grated |
3 tablespoons lemon juice |
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar |
3/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1/3 cup olive oil |
Directions:
1. Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain.
2. Combine orzo, carrot, and next 5 ingredients; set aside.
3. Combine lemon rind, lemon juice, vinegar, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Gradually whisk in oil.
4. Pour vinaigrette over orzo salad, tossing gently. Cover and keep chilled.
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