BASIL & MINT ORZO SALAD

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Make and share this Basil & Mint Orzo Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jen in Victoria

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup orzo pasta
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 cup grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Pour the broth into a saucepan and bring 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 and transfer to a large wide bowl. Set aside to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, mix the vinegar, lemon juice, honey, salt, pepper and oil in a blender; pour over pasta and mix well.
  • Add tomatoes, onion, basil and mint; stir well. Season the salad, to taste, with salt and pepper, and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 669, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 7.1

James Martin
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This salad was a hit at my last party. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Irin Parvin
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This salad is delicious and so easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


David Derosa
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or shrimp. It's also a great vegetarian dish.


Fredrick Paul
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This salad is a bit too heavy on the dressing for my taste. I would recommend using less dressing or diluting it with some water.


Ongezile Langa
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I love that this salad is so healthy. It's packed with fresh vegetables and herbs.


BN GAMING
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer dish.


Daisy Amador
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I'm not a fan of mint, so I substituted cilantro in this salad. It was still delicious!


ZUBAIR 169
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled chicken or fish.


Anthony Prato
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I love how versatile this salad is. I've made it with different types of vegetables and cheeses, and it's always delicious.


Wayne Magill
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This salad was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some more herbs or spices to the dressing.


Madheeha Madheeha
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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this salad converted me! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect.


Jason Bunger
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This salad was a great way to use up some leftover orzo. It was quick and easy to make, and the flavors were delicious.


Bamboo Resources
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. I love that it's so easy to make and that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


joseph kaliyon
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. I would recommend using less lemon juice in the dressing.


Awais Bharwana
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The basil and mint are so refreshing, and the pine nuts add a nice nutty flavor.


Brayden Linke
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This is my new go-to summer salad! It's so easy to make and always a hit at potlucks.


Dark Angle
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This orzo salad was a delightful burst of summer flavors. The basil and mint complemented each other perfectly, and the pine nuts added a nice touch of crunch. I especially enjoyed the tangy dressing, which really brought the whole dish together.