Asparagus Orzo Salad
By slane2
Lemon, grape tomatoes, asparagus and orzo is a delicious, light summer salad, or serve warm as a fresh side dish.
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4.5/5
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Ingredients
- 1 (12-ounce) package orzo
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground pepper
- Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
Details
Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 30mins
Preparation
Step 1
Cook orzo per package instructions. In last 2-3 minutes, added chopped asparagus and blanch. When tender, drain, rinse, and place in a large bowl. Add tomato halves.
Mix olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Stir into orzo and vegetables. Stir in parsley and grated Parmigiano Reggiano.
This can be served warm, room temperature or cold.
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