ZIPPITY DOOO DAAAA ORZO SALAD!

Zippity Dooo Daaaa Orzo Salad! image

This is a fabulous salad that is SURE to please all of your guests. It is easy to increase or decrease the size of the recipe to suit your needs. Dont use Extra Virgin Olive Oil for this salad. Use an olive oil suitable for salads. I really hope you enjoy my creation!!!

Provided by love4culinary

Categories Onions

Time 2h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

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Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil, for salads
1 teaspoon lime zest
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 -3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
salt, to taste
pepper, freshly ground, to taste
1 lb orzo pasta
8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1 large orange bell pepper, chopped small
1 large red bell pepper, chopped small
1 1/2 cups tomatoes, seeded, and chopped
3 tablespoons capers
3/4 cup kalamata olive, pitted and quartered
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

First cook your orzo pasta per package directions, cooking until al dente, and drain.
In a medium sized, nonreactive bowl, gradually beat together the lime zest, lemon juice, salad quality olive oil, basil, garlic, and mustard until an emulsion forms.
Then season the oil mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
Mix your pasta, feta cheese, peppers, tomatoes, capers, kalmata olives, and chopped red onion together in a bowl.
Pour the vinaigrette over the pasta mixture and mix to combine.
Add oregano and green onions, toss, and then add extra salt and pepper to your tastes.
Chill salad for 1-2 hours for best results.
You can make this in the morning and even serve it in the evening, but dont save it for too long (you wont have leftovers I promise LOL).

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Kayden Carrillo

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This is a great salad to bring to a potluck or party. It's always a hit.

Mr bot gaming

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This salad is the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I love the addition of dried cranberries and walnuts.

Bolatito Komolafe

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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this salad changed my mind. It's so flavorful and addictive.

Costa Makobane

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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or vegetables. It's also a great make-ahead meal.

Afffa Zina

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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's a delicious and refreshing salad that's perfect for a summer picnic.

Andria Malakmadze

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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I'll definitely be making it again.