Mediterranean Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups orzo pasta; 1 ½ cups small broccoli florets; 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears); 1 cup sweet red pepper, diced; 1 cup sweet orange pepper, diced; ½ cup black olives, pitted, halved; ½ cup red onion, diced; ¼ cup fresh basil, shredded; ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped; ⅓ cup olive oil; 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 clove garlic, minced; ¼ teaspoon hot pepper flakes; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups orzo pasta
1 ½ cups small broccoli florets
2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears)
1 cup sweet red pepper, diced
1 cup sweet orange pepper, diced
½ cup black olives, pitted, halved
½ cup red onion, diced
¼ cup fresh basil, shredded
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
⅓ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon hot pepper flakes
salt and pepper

1
In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook orzo, stirring occasionally, for 6 minutes.
2
add broccoli and cook until broccoli is tender and pasta is al dente, about 1 minute.
3
Drain well and refresh under cold running water; drain again.
4
Return to pot or large bowl.
5
Gently stir in corn, red and orange peppers, olives, onion, basil and parsley.
6
In a measuring cup, whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, hot pepper flakes and salt and pepper.
7
Pour over salad and toss gently.
8
(Salad can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 hours.
9
Bring to room temperature 30 minutes before serving).

817

kcal

Calories

Fat

129

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups orzo pasta, 1 ½ cups small broccoli florets, 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 3 ears), 1 cup sweet red pepper, diced, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Orzo Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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