Minty Orzo and Grape Salad is a refreshing salad with a duo of grapes, mint and Orzo with a light Lemon dressing
I am not a huge fan of pasta salads and would normally prefer a leafy, fruity kind of salad. Or a grilled vegetable salad is also great.
But this Minty Orzo and Grape Salad is definitely the exception.
I do not use Orzo much, but I always have some in the pantry for this salad and I use Orzo in a few appetizers as well.
Once the Orzo is cooked, which only takes about 10 minutes anyway, the salad is almost done.
Whilst the Orzo cooks, prepare the fruit, cheese and the rest of the ingredients. Toss all together with the cooled Orzo – whip up the light Lemon dressing and drizzle over.
This Minty Orzo and Grape Salad is always ready in under 20 minutes. It is not only quick and easy to make, but everyone loves this salad.
Minty Orzo And Grape Salad
Minty Orzo and Grape Salad
Ingredients
- 1 cup Orzo
- 2 TB Olive Oil extra virgin
- 2 TB Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ t Salt
- ¼ t Black Pepper
- 1 cup Black Grapes halved
- 1 cup Green Grapes halved
- 1 Low-Fat Feta Round crumbled
- ¼ cup Fresh Mint Leaves chopped
- 2 TB Red Onion finely chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Orzo as per the instructions on the packet – drain, rinse under cold water and drain again – set aside
- Meanwhile whisk the Oil. Juice, Salt and Pepper in a small bowl
- Toss together the cooked Orzo, Grapes, Feta, Mint and Red Onion in a mixing bowl – transfer to a serving salad dish
- Drizzle with the Lemon dressing – keep chilled until ready to serve
This salad keeps well in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
LINDA
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kristi dominguez
Wednesday 18th of June 2014
This looks delicious, Linda! Thank you bunches for linking up and partying with us!
Catherine Holt
Tuesday 17th of June 2014
Oh delicious. I love a good pasta salad, and this is a great new recipe to add to the list.
Thanks for sharing at Marvelous Monday on Smart Party Planning :-)
Jennie Schumann
Tuesday 17th of June 2014
This looks wonderful. We are always looking for new salads to add to our standbys.
Marilyn Lesniak
Monday 16th of June 2014
This looks so good! Thanks for joining Merry Monday!
Mel@Mellywood's Mansion
Sunday 15th of June 2014
Mint and grape sounds lovely for summer.