Orzo Salad
My kids’ favorite salad! Bright, zesty orzo pasta salad made with fresh tomatoes and basil, finished off with a light olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing. Tastes like summer in a bowl.
Why You Should Make This
- Kid Approved: It’s the one salad my kids ask for on repeat.
- Fast and Easy: mostly chopping and tossing – ready in under 20 minutes.
- Bright and Fresh: light dressing, no heavy mayo, perfect for parties and potlucks.
- Perfect for School Lunches: my kids love to pack this in their lunch box. They will eat it for days straight!
Ingredients
- 16 oz orzo pasta
- 1 frozen bag or can of corn
- 1 pint of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 large handful of fresh basil
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 3/4 tsp salt
- dash of cayenne
Directions:
- Boil the pasta in salted water according to the directions on the box. Drain and rinse with cool water.
2. Slice the tomatoes and basil. Steam the corn if using a bag of frozen corn. If using a can of corn, drain it.
3. Add the pasta, basil tomatoes, corn and remaining ingredients into a large bowl. Stir to combine.
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Orzo Salad
My kids' favorite salad! Bright, zesty orzo pasta salad made with fresh tomatoes and basil, finished off with a light olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing. Tastes like summer in a bowl.
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Ingredients
- 16 oz orzo pasta
- 1 can corn
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 handful fresh basil
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup avocado oil or extra virgin olive oil
- 2 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 3/4 tsp salt
- 1 dash cayenne
Instructions
- Boil the orzo pasta in salted water according to the directions on the box.
- While it is boiling, slice the tomatoes and basil. Drain the corn if using a can. If using a bag of frozen corn, steam the corn.
- Drain the pasta and rinse with cool water.
- Put the pasta into a large bowl and then add in the remaining ingredients.
- Stir well to combine and enjoy!
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