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Easy Spring Vegetable Orzo Salad Bursting with Fresh Flavors

Easy Spring Vegetable Orzo Salad Bursting with Fresh Flavors
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
35 min
Serves
4
Calories
230 kcal
Carbs
30.00 g

Ingredients

  • 1 cupOrzo pasta (Choose pearl orzo for a tender, rice-like texture.)
  • 1 cupSnap peas (Add a fresh crunch and sweet snap.)
  • 1 cupRadishes (Thinly sliced for a peppery bite.)
  • 1 cupBaby asparagus (Lightly blanched to keep crispness.)
  • 1 cupCherry tomatoes (Halved for juicy bursts of sweetness.)
  • 3 tablespoonsFresh lemon juice (Gives the dressing its zesty zing.)
  • 1/4 cupExtra virgin olive oil (Use a fruity, high-quality oil.)
  • 1/4 cupFresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil (Finely chopped to infuse flavors.))
  • 1 cloveGarlic (Minced for a savory depth.)
  • —to taste Salt
  • —to taste Pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add orzo and simmer until al dente (about 8–10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.

  2. 2

    Immerse snap peas and asparagus in boiling water for 1 minute, then shock in ice water.

  3. 3

    Slice radishes thinly and halve cherry tomatoes.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, whisk fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until emulsified.

  5. 5

    Place cooled orzo and veggies in a large bowl, pour dressing over, toss gently.

  6. 6

    Let salad rest in fridge for 15 minutes before serving.