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Summer Orzo Salad

Savor the flavors of summer with this salad of sweet corn, tomatoes, fresh herbs, and orzo.  

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups orzo
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved or quartered)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint

Lime Vinaigarette

  • 1 large lime, juiced
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • pinch sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare your orzo according to the package directions, making sure to cook them al dente.  Once done, drain and add to a large bowl.  

  2. While the orzo is cooking, chop the tomatoes, onion, and herbs.  Cut the corn off the cobb if using fresh.

  3. Now make the vinaigrette by whisking together all the ingredients from the lime juice to the pepper.

  4. Once the orzo has cooled down a bit, add the tomatoes, corn, and red onion to the bowl.  Add the vinaigrette and mix thoroughly.

  5. Add in the chopped basil and mint and stir well again.  Season to taste with a little more salt and pepper if necessary.  

  6. Cover and chill if not using right away.