Orzo Salad With Sesame Dressing Recipe

Name: Orzo Salad With Sesame Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb orzo pasta, uncooked; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 4 carrots, cut into thin strips; 2 cups raisins; 1 cup sunflower seeds, toasted; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons sliced green onions; Sesame Dressing; 3/4 cup corn oil; 1/2 cup rice vinegar; 1/4 cup sesame oil; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 tablespoons grated orange rind; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/4 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb orzo pasta, uncooked
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 carrots, cut into thin strips
2 cups raisins
1 cup sunflower seeds, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Sesame Dressing
3/4 cup corn oil
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sesame oil
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper

1
To make dressing: add all dressing ingredients to the container of an electric blender; process until smooth; set aside.
2
Cook the orzo in boiling salted water to cover for about 8 minutes or until tender; drain, rinse, and drain again.
3
In a mixing bowl, toss the orzo and 1 tablespoon sesame oil.
4
Spoon half the orzo mixture into a large glass serving bowl; spread evenly.
5
Top with half the carrot strips, raisins, and sunflower kernels.
6
Repeat layers.
7
Drizzle 1 cup Sesame Dressing over the top.
8
Sprinkle the parsley and green onion evenly over the top.
9
Serve with the remaining Sesame Dressing.

1049

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb orzo pasta, uncooked, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 4 carrots, cut into thin strips, 2 cups raisins, and more.

Yes, Orzo Salad With Sesame Dressing 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!

Orzo Salad With Sesame Dressing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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