ORZO SALAD WITH SESAME DRESSING

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Make and share this Orzo Salad With Sesame Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h8m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb orzo pasta, uncooked
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 carrots, cut into thin strips
2 cups raisins
1 cup sunflower seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
3/4 cup corn oil
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sesame oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper

Steps:

  • To make dressing: add all dressing ingredients to the container of an electric blender; process until smooth; set aside.
  • Cook the orzo in boiling salted water to cover for about 8 minutes or until tender; drain, rinse, and drain again.
  • In a mixing bowl, toss the orzo and 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
  • Spoon half the orzo mixture into a large glass serving bowl; spread evenly.
  • Top with half the carrot strips, raisins, and sunflower kernels.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Drizzle 1 cup Sesame Dressing over the top.
  • Sprinkle the parsley and green onion evenly over the top.
  • Serve with the remaining Sesame Dressing.

Stefan Grote
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my salad turned out really dry.


Opeyemi David
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This salad is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not amazing either.


absi abd elmalk DZ absi
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I would not recommend this recipe to others.


Moses Novela
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my salad didn't turn out as good as the picture.


Maluit Riek
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The sesame dressing is too sweet for my taste.


Bridget Nankya
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This salad is a bit bland. I think it needs more seasoning.


Khagiraj Joshi
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I highly recommend this salad! It's delicious and easy to make.


Mohamed Mansaray
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This is a great salad for a picnic or potluck.


CHD JayTheGoat
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I love how versatile this salad is. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Lucia Mondragon
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Money man Monkey king
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I'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this salad changed my mind. The sesame dressing is so good, it really elevates the dish.


Abdul Kizito
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This is the perfect summer salad. It's light and refreshing, and the sesame dressing adds a nice touch of flavor.


Chinito Velazquez
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the sesame dressing.


PRIESTER Mj
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This orzo salad with sesame dressing is a keeper! It's so easy to make and packed with flavor. I love the combination of the sweet and tangy dressing with the chewy orzo and crunchy vegetables.


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