Orzo and Zucchini Salad

This fresh-tasting, make-ahead side dish was created with casual outdoor dining in mind. Best at room temperature.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 236 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
• 1 cup orzo
• coarse salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 2 zucchinis, quartered lengthwise and thinly sliced
• ½ cup torn fresh basil
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, or to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and spread onto a rimmed baking sheet to cool completely.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir zucchini and garlic in the hot oil until slightly tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Mix orzo, zucchini mixture, basil, vinegar, and remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate to blend flavors, 1 hour to 1 day. Bring to room temperature before serving.