Orzo Pasta Salad

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Orzo Pasta Salad

This Orzo Pasta Salad is filled with fresh veggies and zesty lemon flavor that will excite your tastebuds. It's perfect for your next potluck, party, or a refreshing and unique meal this summer. You're going to want to save this recipe for later!

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Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup orzo
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup broccoli chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese cubed
  • 1/3 cup basil ribboned

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain and place in a large bowl.
  3. While orzo cooks, combine lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and honey. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Toss the corn, chopped red pepper, & chopped broccoli with olive oil and salt and pepper on a tray.
  5. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping every 7-8 minutes in the preheated oven. (Cook until crisp tender)
  6. Remove and allow to cool.
  7. Toss completely cooled vegetables, completely cooled pasta, cubed mozzarella, and ribboned basil with the dressing and chill in the fridge until ready to enjoy.
  8. Add salt and pepper to taste!
  9. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Originally posted August 29, 2019
  • Updated April 15, 2023

Nutrition Information

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Calories 208kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 7mg (2%) Sodium 257mg (11%) Potassium 196mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 621IU (12%) Vitamin C 26mg (29%) Calcium 59mg (6%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 208 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 208kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Sodium 257mg 11%
Potassium 196mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 621IU 12%
Vitamin C 26mg 29%
Calcium 59mg 6%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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