Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe

Orzo Pasta Salad

10-12 servings  |  Total time: 25 minutes

photos and recipes provided by Abigail Czekaj

Salad ingredients

• 1 pound orzo, cooked and drained
• 3 cups spinach, chopped
• 1 English cucumber, diced small
• 4-5 green onions, sliced
• 1 cup fresh peas
• 1 bunch asparagus, roasted or blanched, cut into small pieces
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Dressing Ingredients

• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1 garlic clove, grated or pressed
• 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• ¼ cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a small mixing bowl, mix together all ingredients for dressing. Whisk until well combined, set aside.

2. In a large bowl, add all ingredients for salad. Toss to combine.

3. Pour half of the dressing over and stir to combine. Add more dressing as needed to taste when serving.