Starters
Summer Orzo Pasta Salad
Preparation
10 min
Cooking time
15 min
Portions
4-6
Ingredients
Preparation
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the orzo according to the instructions on the package. Drain and rinse under cold water.
- Transfer to a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, garlic, and 15 ml (1 tbsp) of olive oil.
- In a separate bowl, coat the onion, bell peppers, and zucchini in 15 ml (1 tbsp) of olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss well.
- Grill the vegetables over medium-high heat until lightly charred and tender, turning them over halfway. Set aside to cool slightly. Cut all vegetables into ½-inch pieces.
- Add the prepared vegetables to the orzo mixture. Toss well and add the balsamic vinegar, olive oil (3 tbsp), and parsley. Serve cold or at room temperature. Buon appetito!
