Lemon Orzo Salad with Asparagus

By Bearbuddy45

Ingredients

• 1/3 c. fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp. chopped lemon zest
• 1/4 c. virgin olive oil
• 1/2 c. vegetable oil
• 1/4 c. chopped parsley
• 1/4 c. chopped chives
• 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 1 bunch asparagus, blanched and cut into 1" pieces
• 1-1 lb. box. orzo, cooked al dente and rinsed with cold water, well
• drained, tossed with a little olive oil
• 1 c. diced roasted red pepper
• 1/2 c. toasted pinenuts
• salt, to taste

Preparation

Step 1

In a bowl combine lemon juice and zest. Whisk in oils, herbs and red pepper flakes. In a large bowl combine orzo, asparagus and roasted red pepper. Toss with dressing. Let stand at least one hour before tossing in pinenuts and serving.