I absolutely love orzo and I’m surprised that people don’t use it more often in their cooking. Hopefully this Summer Orzo with Mint recipe will help to change that.
Orzo is a type of pasta which looks like rice! Its size and shape make it a brilliant alternative to other pasta shapes in salads because it mixes so well with the other ingredients. I like to cook my orzo al dente so that it is still firm when bitten. There’s nothing worse than soft pasta in a salad!
The beauty of this orzo salad is its flexibility – I’ve listed my favorite ingredient combination but you can improvise with whatever you have to hand in your fridge or storecupboard. To make this bright and colorful summer recipe vegan, simply omit the feta. This recipe feeds 10 so remember to half it if you’re cooking for a smaller crowd!
To make my version of Summer Orzo with Mint, you will need the following ingredients:So, how do you make Summer Orzo with Mint?
Follow the directions on the orzo pack to cook it al dente. When it’s cooked, drain.
Heat water over medium heat and a pan or skillet. Add the corn and cook it for 3-4 minutes until it is crisp-tender.
Add the corn to the orzo along with the tomatoes, cucumber, onion, mint, feta cheese.
In a separate bowl whisk the oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper together until fully combined.
Pour the dressing over the orzo salad and mix well.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Just before serving, sprinkle almonds on top.
This Summer Orzo with Mint is a great take on a traditional pasta salad! You can easily make it vegan by omitting the feta cheese. Try it out and come back and leave a comment to let me know what you think.
Superb! Made this salad for a picnic, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the freshness and crunch. Perfect for sunny days with family!
Delicious! Made this for a picnic with the family, and everyone loved it. Perfect summer dish for warm days.
Amazing!
I made this orzo salad for a picnic and it was a hit. So easy to whip up and the mint is a game changer!
Tasty fresh delight!
OMG, this Summer Orzo with Mint is a game changer! Made it for a picnic, and everyone was raving. Super fresh and simple!
Hice este orzo con menta y fue un éxito en mi cena. ¡Delicioso y fácil de hacer!
So fresh, so delicious!
So fresh, loved it!
This Summer Orzo with Mint recipe is simply great! My kids enjoyed it for a picnic, and I loved how easy it was to make. The mint freshened the taste, making it a perfect summer dish.
Divine!
Delightfully fresh orzo! I made this for our summer picnic, and everyone loved it. The mint adds a refreshing twist, making it a perfect dish for warm days. Can't wait to make it again!
I tried the Summer Orzo with Mint recipe for a picnic and it was a hit! My kids loved it, and I loved how easy it was to make. I used fresh mint from my garden, which gave it such bright flavor. It's perfect for warm days when you want something light.
Superb, fresh delight!
Epic! Made this for a backyard BBQ, and my kids went wild for it! I love how easy it is to mix and match the ingredients. Plus, it looks super fancy! You gotta try it, trust me!
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