Orzo Primavera Pasta Salad
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
10 MINS
- KCals 214
- Carbs 41G
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 200 g orzo
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ lemon juiced
- 1 tbsp pickled vegetable vinegar (the pickling liquid from a jar of pickles)
- 1 tbsp water
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ red onion peeled and finely diced
- ¼ red pepper deseeded and finely diced
- ¼ green pepper deseeded and finely diced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
- 14 cherry tomatoes halved
Instructions
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Place the orzo in a large saucepan and add the turmeric. Cover with salted boiling water. Cook according to the packet instructions; this is usually 8-10 minutes.
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Meanwhile make the dressing: To a small bowl, add the red wine vinegar, oregano. lemon juice, pickled veg vinegar, and water. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
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Remove the orzo from the heat and drain into a sieve. Run through cold water to cool it down and stop it from overcooking. Drain well.
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Tip all the ingredients into a large bowl, check the seasoning and add some more salt and pepper if necessary. Mix well and serve sprinkled with some more chopped fresh parsley, if you wish.