Broccoli Orzo Pasta Salad
Ingredients
- 1 ½ corzo pasta
- 4 cbroccoli
cut into pieces
- 2 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1 tbspolive oil
- 2 cgrape tomatoes
sliced in half
- 4green onions - sliced
- 6 ozcrumbled feta cheese
- ½ colive oil
- ¼ cred wine vinegar
- 1 clovegarlic
minced
- 1 tspsalt
- ½ tsppepper
Directions
- 1
Heat oven to 450 degrees. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Place broccoli and garlic on pan and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Roast in the oven for 10 minutes until broccoli tops are slightly brown. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- 2
While broccoli is roasting, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
- 3
To a large bowl, add cooked pasta, broccoli, tomatoes, green onions and, the feta cheese.
- 4
To a jar with a lid or a small bowl, add olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, salt and, pepper. Shake or whisk together. Pour dressing over all the ingredients. Toss together.
- 5
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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About this Recipe
Looking for the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish that's as vibrant as it is delicious? This Broccoli Orzo Pasta Salad is your answer, bringing fresh flavors and incredible ease to any meal. It’s the perfect simple side for your next backyard barbecue or a fantastic light lunch you’ll crave all week.
What makes this pasta salad truly shine is its vibrant combination of textures and tastes. Tender orzo pasta provides a satisfying base, while crisp broccoli florets and juicy grape tomatoes burst with garden-fresh goodness. Everything is tossed in a bright, tangy red wine vinaigrette and finished with salty, creamy feta and mild green onions, creating a symphony of flavors that keeps you coming back for more.
When you prepare this Broccoli Orzo Pasta Salad, expect a dish that’s bursting with freshness. You'll love how the delicate pasta perfectly complements the satisfying crunch of the broccoli and the sweetness of the tomatoes. The zesty dressing, with its hint of garlic and red wine vinegar, ties all the components together beautifully, ensuring every forkful is perfectly balanced. It's designed to be effortlessly delicious, ready to impress with minimal fuss.
Customization & Serving Ideas
This versatile orzo pasta salad is highly adaptable to your pantry and preferences. Feel free to swap the broccoli for other crunchy vegetables like diced bell peppers, cucumber, or even blanched asparagus. If you're not a fan of feta, crumbled goat cheese or fresh mozzarella balls would also be delightful. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding some chopped Kalamata olives or toasted pine nuts.
This Broccoli Orzo Pasta Salad is specifically designed for gatherings, making it an ideal candidate for cookouts, picnics, or potlucks. Its bright flavors also make it a wonderful light lunch or a fresh accompaniment to grilled chicken or fish.