MEDITERRANEAN ORZO SALAD
You'll love this easy orzo salad loaded with chopped veggies, fresh herbs and other Mediterranean favorites. Tossed in a bold lemony dressing. For the best flavor, dress the Mediterranean orzo salad while the orzo is still a little warm. Pasta that hasn't cooled completely will drink up the dressing really well. And allow the salad to sit for at least a few minutes (or up to an hour in the fridge) for the flavors to meld before serving.
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Salad
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the orzo pasta according package instructions (mine took about 8 minutes). Drain and cool briefly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grape tomatoes, green onions, bell peppers, parsley, dill, olives and capers (hold the feta for now). Add the orzo pasta.
- Make the dressing. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano and a good pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined and the orzo pasta is well coated with the dressing.
- Top with pieces of creamy feta cheese. Cover and refrigerate for a bit before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Sodium 39.4 mg, Fiber 2.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ORZO SALAD
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Pour the broth into a heavy large saucepan. Cover the pan and bring the broth to a boil over high heat. Stir in the orzo. Cover partially and cook until the orzo is tender but still firm to the bite, stirring frequently, about 7 minutes. Drain the orzo through a strainer. Transfer the orzo to a large wide bowl and toss until the orzo cools slightly. Set aside to cool completely.
- Toss the orzo with the beans, tomatoes, onion, basil, mint, and enough vinaigrette to coat. Season the salad, to taste, with salt and pepper, and serve at room temperature.
- Mix the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a blender. With the machine running, gradually blend in the oil. Season the vinaigrette, to taste, with more salt and pepper, if desired.
- Yield: 1 3/4 cups
ORZO SALAD WITH LENTILS AND ZUCCHINI
The key to vibrant yet substantial summer salads is to mix raw and cooked ingredients and incorporate as many textures as possible. This one achieves that abundance in a streamlined manner by cooking lentils and orzo together in one pot. Start with the lentils, then add the orzo partway through cooking so both become tender at once. (You can do the same with any boiling ingredients.) The chewy orzo and velvety lentils then meet crisp, raw zucchini, crunchy nuts, and the pep of pickled peppers, scallions, lemon and a whole lot of fresh herbs - none of which requires more than a little chopping from you. Eat this protein-rich salad on its own, or add soft-boiled eggs, tinned fish, feta or pecorino, as you wish.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, lunch, weeknight, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lentils and cook for 9 minutes, then add the orzo and cook until the lentils and orzo are cooked through but not mushy, another 10 to 12 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together the oil, lemon juice and pepperoncini. Season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. If using small or medium zucchini, halve them lengthwise, then slice crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick half-moons. (If using large zucchini, quarter them lengthwise first, then slice crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick triangles.) Add to the dressing and stir to combine.
- Drain the lentils and orzo very well, then add to the zucchini, along with the pistachios and scallions. Stir to combine, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Stir in the herbs just before serving. Eat warm or at room temperature. (Salad keeps, refrigerated, for up to 4 days. Bring to room temperature and adjust seasonings before eating.)
ORZO WITH ZUCCHINI
Orzo is paired with herby zucchini and crumbled feta for a meal or side that's great warm or at room temperature.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 30m
Yield 6-8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Stir in the orzo and cook according to package directions for al dente; drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the scallion whites and zucchini; cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the orzo, scallion greens, parsley, mint and 1 cup water. Simmer, uncovered, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Top with the feta.
MINTY ORZO LENTIL AND FETA SALAD
This is a wonderful summer salad. I have been asked to make it for every party I am invited to!
Provided by KAGRECO
Categories Salad Pasta Salad Greek Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Transfer pasta into a large bowl, and mix in 1 tablespoon olive oil; cover, and refrigerate until cool.
- Place lentils into a small saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cover, and simmer over low heat until lentils are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Combine the remaining olive oil, vinegar, and garlic in a small bowl.
- Remove pasta from refrigerator; add lentils, oil mixture, olives, feta cheese, red onion, mint, and dill; stir until thoroughly blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 455.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
ONE-POT ORZO WITH TOMATOES, CORN AND ZUCCHINI
This recipe is inspired by the tail end of summer, when fresh produce and herbs abound but the heat waves are finally starting to relent. And while this dish makes a wonderful stage for the season's produce at its peak, it can also turn sad-looking February vegetables into a sauce that makes it feel like summer. The trick is to sauté the tomatoes slowly, until they've collapsed and become deeply sweet and fragrant. The orzo cooks right in the sauce, which cuts down on the dishes and allows the pasta to absorb the flavor as it cooks. If you prefer a larger pasta shape, stick to the traditional method of boiling pasta for best results, and save some pasta water to help loosen the sauce. To get vegetarian recipes like this one delivered to your inbox, sign up for The Veggie newsletter.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories pastas
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet, for which you have a lid, set over medium. And the onions, lightly season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. Turn the heat to medium-low, add the zucchini and garlic, and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring often.
- Add the tomatoes, basil, red-pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes have completely collapsed, 12 to 15 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar and tomato paste and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 2 1/2 cups water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Add the orzo, corn, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, mix well, and turn the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring and scraping the bottom of the pan 3 or 4 times, until the pasta is cooked. The pasta should look "saucy" as it cooks; if at any point it looks dry, add another 1/4 cup water.
- Off the heat, add the mozzarella and Parmesan and stir gently until just combined. Top with fresh basil and more red-pepper flakes if desired, and serve hot.
ORZO AND ZUCCHINI SALAD
This Orzo and Zucchini salad tastes best at room temperature, so prep it and stow it for a bit while cooking the rest of your meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium pot of boiling salted water, cook orzo until al dente, according to package instructions. Drain well. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet to cool completely.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium. Add zucchini and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, tossing occasionally, until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Transfer orzo to a medium bowl; add zucchini mixture, basil, vinegar, and remaining teaspoon oil. Season with salt and pepper; toss to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g
ZUCCHINI AND ORZO SALAD
Make and share this Zucchini and Orzo Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ellie_
Categories Vegetable
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place zucchini in colander and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt, toss and let drain for 30 minutes, stirring once or twice. Squeeze dry and transfer to a large bowl, fluffing to seperate strands of zucchini.
- In a food processor mix together the basil and olive oil for 1 minute and then drop garlic through the feed tube and blend until smooth. Add to zucchini.
- In a saucepan bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in 1 tablespoon salt and orzo and return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until orzo is tender, stirring occasionally (10 minutes). Drain. Add to zucchini, toss. Cool to room temperature.
- Before serving add lemon juice and pepper. Garnish with basil sprigs and olives, toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.5, Fat 23.8, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 3557.1, Carbohydrate 66.4, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 4.9, Protein 19
LENTIL AND ORZO SALAD
Cooked lentils and orzo pasta are tossed with celery, carrots, ripe olives and a zesty blend of Italian dressing and Dijon mustard for a hearty salad.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Beat dressing and mustard in small bowl with whisk until blended.
- Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add dressing mixture; mix well.
- Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g
LENTIL AND ORZO SALAD
This recipe is from chef Jimmy Bradley (The Mermaid Inn; Red Cat; and The Harrison restaurants). It was printed in the June 2, 2003 issue of NY Magazine ("Italian Summer Pleasures from Antipasto to Gelato"). Prep/Cook time does not include 90 minute "standing" time.
Provided by Dee514
Categories Lemon
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Bring 6 cups of salted water to a boil in a large pot.
- Add the orzo and boil for 8-10 minutes or until tender.
- Drain, and toss with 1 Tablespoon of the olive oil.
- Spread the orzo onto a sheet pan, and cool in the refrigerator.
- Meanwhile, place the lentils, carrot, celery, onion, bay leaf, and salt into a large pot, and add enough water to cover.
- Bring to a simmer, and cook until lentils are just tender, about 25 minutes.
- Drain, and discard the carrots, celery, onions, and bay leaf.
- Mix the lentils and the cooled orzo in a large salad bowl.
- Add the cucumber, tomato, parsley, almonds, mint, basil, lemon juice, and remaining oil.
- Toss until combined, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Set aside to allow the flavors to develop for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.1, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 19.7, Carbohydrate 65.8, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 16.5
LEMON ORZO SALAD WITH ZUCCHINI AND FRESH HERBS
This is one of those quick lunch salads that tastes great. If you are tired of sandwiches, try this different luncheon salad. Serve with pita chips.
Provided by Miss Annie
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook the orzo until tender but firm.
- Drain in a colander; rinse under cold water to cool, and drain well.
- Mix the orzo, zucchini, parsley, and mint in a large bowl with a large spoon.
- Whisk the remaining ingredients in a small bowl.
- Pour over the salad and mix with a large spoon.
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