Orzo and Zucchini Salad

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This fresh-tasting, make-ahead side dish was created with casual outdoor dining in mind. Best at room temperature.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup orzo

  • 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided

  • 2 zucchinis, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced

  • coarse salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • ½ cup torn fresh basil

  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, or to taste

  • 1 clove garlic, chopped

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and spread onto a rimmed baking sheet to cool completely.

  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir zucchini and garlic in the hot oil until slightly tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  3. Mix orzo, zucchini mixture, basil, vinegar, and remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate to blend flavors, 1 hour to 1 day. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

236 Calories
6g Fat
40g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 236
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 9mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 14%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 8g 15%
Vitamin C 11mg 13%
Calcium 29mg 2%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 245mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.