Lemon Orzo Salad w/ Asparagus & Tomatoes
By shauna
Rate this recipe
4.6/5
(27 Votes)
Ingredients
- 12 oz. Orzo
- 1 Bunch Fresh Asparagus, cut into 1" pieces
- 1 Pint Grape Or Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 Lemon, zested & juiced
- 4 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 Clove Garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp. Fresh Italian Flat Leaf Parsley, minced
- Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Grated Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese
Details
Preparation
Step 1
Bring 2 lg. pots of water to a boil. Add a big pinch of salt to each. To one pot, add asparagus & blanch, about 2-3 min, depending on the thickness of the asparagus. Place blanched asparagus in a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking & keep them green. To the second pot, add the orzo. Cook per pkg. instructions. When tender, drain & place in a lg. bowl. Add blanched asparagus & tomato halves. Mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt & pepper in a sm. bowl. Stir into orzo & vegetables. Stir in parsley & grated cheese. Can be served warm, room temp, or cold.
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