Orzo Salad - Middle Eastern Style

Per serving

492.3kcal
9.6гProteins
28.3гFats
52гCarbs

If you love Tabbouleh, you'll surely recognize this list of ingredients! This is a new take on an old favorite. Be sure to use a good olive oil. It goes great with grilled meats of any kind.

Ingredients

6 serv.
  • orzo pasta3⁄4 lb
  • tomatoes, seeded and chopped1 1⁄2 lbs
  • large cucumber, seeded and chopped (about 2 cups)1
  • scallions, including green tops, chopped6
  • flat leaf parsley, chopped1 cup
  • fresh mint, chopped6 tablespoons
  • lemon juice (about 2 lemons)5 tablespoons
  • salt2 1⁄2 teaspoons
  • black pepper1⁄2 teaspoon
  • olive oil3⁄4 cup

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the orzo until just done, about 12 minutes. Drain. Rinse wih cold water and drain thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Combine with the tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, parsley and mint.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice iwth the salt and pepper. Add the oil slowly, whisking.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss.

Source: food.com
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