Copycat Piada Orzo Salad

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3.8

30 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    293 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish, Salad

Copycat Piada Orzo Salad

This orzo salad is a copycat of the one sold at Piada Italian Street Food... it's crunchy, a little sweet, a little savory, and always a hit at parties!

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Ingredients

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LEMON BASIL DRESSING:

  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice (fresh is best)
  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp fresh basil, minced
  • 1/2 Tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

ORZO SALAD:

  • 1 lb orzo pasta
  • heaping 1/3 cup fresh sugar snap peas, sliced
  • 1/8 cup currants (raisins will also work if you can't find currants)
  • 1/4 cup red bell pepper, minced
  • 1/8 cup sliced raw almonds
  • 1/8 cup candied pecans, crushed or minced
  • 1 Tbsp fresh basil, minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions

MAKE THE DRESSING:

  1. Add all dressing ingredients except olive oil to a small mixing bowl.  Slowly pour in olive oil, while whisking continuously.  Set aside.

MAKE THE ORZO SALAD:

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add a pinch of salt and orzo.  Cook until al dente, according to package directions.  Drain, rinse lightly with cold water and set aside.
  2. To a large mixing bowl, add cooked orzo, and all remaining ingredients.  Toss to combine.
  3. Give lemon basil dressing a whisk, then pour over orzo salad.  Toss to combine again.  
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour, or up to 2-3 days.  Toss gently before serving.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 293kcal (15%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 293 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 293kcal 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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