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Old August 18th, 2005, 09:59 PM
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Default Orzo Salad

Orzo Salad

Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta found in many Greek dishes. It is a basis for truly delicious salads that are easy to assemble and easy to pack along on picnics. Orzo is particularly tasty tossed with fresh ingredients like olives and tomatoes.

Makes 2 servings

Ingredients:

1 cup dry orzo
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 cup sliced green olives
1/4 cup thinly sliced onion
1/2 cup grape tomatoes
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley
salt and pepper to taste


First, cook the orzo according to package directions in boiling salted water. Drain and rinse well under cold water, then drain again.

Second, toss the cooked orzo with the olive oil and vinegar in a medium bowl.

Third, fold in the olives, onion, tomatoes, garlic and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

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