Orzo Pasta Salad

Name: Orzo Pasta Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 - 10 serving(s)
Ingredients: Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 c. orzo; 6 tbsp. olive oil, divided; 1/4 c. fresh lemon juice; 2 tbsp. red wine vinegar; 1 red bell pepper, sliced; 1 bunch lacinato kale leaves, stems removed, and chopped; 1 shallot, thinly sliced; 3 oz. Parmesan, grated (about 3/4 cup); 4 oz. Feta, crumbled (about 1 cup)

This perfectly packable pasta salad is ideal for picnics.

By Lindsey BernsPublished: May 6, 2022

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Yields:

8 - 10 serving(s)

Prep Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

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Ingredients

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups orzo
6 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 bunch lacinato kale leaves, stems removed, and chopped
1 shallot, thinly sliced
3 oz. Parmesan, grated (about 3/4 cup)
4 oz. Feta, crumbled (about 1 cup)

Directions

1. Step 1Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo until al dente according to package directions. Drain and spread on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon oil and stir to coat. Cool completely in the refrigerator.
2. Step 2Whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, and remaining 5 tablespoons oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add orzo, bell pepper, kale, shallot, Parmesan, and Feta, and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Chill for 30 minutes and up to 2 days. Add more oil and vinegar before serving, if necessary.

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