Description
- Orzo Salad bursting with veggies and tangy vinaigrette—easy, fresh, and perfect for summer meals or make-ahead lunches.
Ingredients
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For the Salad:
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1 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 2–3 inch pieces
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1½ cups (8 ounces) dried orzo pasta
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3 ears fresh corn, husked and kernels removed
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2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
For the Dressing:
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½ cup distilled white vinegar
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½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
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½ cup minced shallots
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh tarragon
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Instructions
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Blanch the Green Beans:
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3–5 minutes until just tender. Immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool, then drain. -
Cook the Orzo:
Refill the pot with water and bring to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8–11 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking. -
Prepare the Corn:
Remove the husks and silk from the corn. Using a sharp knife, slice the kernels off the cob into a large bowl. -
Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, shallots, Dijon mustard, tarragon, salt, and pepper. Set aside. -
Assemble the Salad:
In a large bowl, toss the cooked orzo with ½ cup of the dressing. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed. Evenly layer the corn, green beans, and cherry tomatoes over the orzo. -
Chill and Serve:
Cover and refrigerate the salad along with the remaining dressing until ready to serve. When serving, pour about ¾ of the remaining dressing over the salad and gently mix. Add more dressing and seasoning to taste if desired.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta and Grain Salads
- Method: Boiling, Mixing
- Cuisine: American