Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe
prosciutto cotto, rainbow pepper, pea, ricotta salata, mint
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Ingredients
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Pasta Salad Base
Vegetables & Herbs
Cheese & Meat
Dressing
Method
Cooking Pasta
Boil the Orzo
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
Drain and Cool
Once cooked, drain the orzo in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool.
Mixing Ingredients
Combine Vegetables and Herbs
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped rainbow bell peppers, cooked peas, and chopped mint leaves.
Add Prosciutto and Cheese
Add the chopped prosciutto cotto and crumbled ricotta salata into the bowl with the vegetables and herbs.
Add Orzo
Once the orzo has cooled, add it to the mixing bowl and gently stir to combine all the ingredients.
Preparing Dressing
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper until well combined.
Final Assembly
Combine Salad and Dressing
Pour the dressing over the orzo salad mixture and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Serve
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
