Orzo With Zucchini And Tomatoes |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 80 Minutes |
Ready In: 80 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A very simple side dish great with summer BBQ's with pork or chicken, especially. This is a great way to use up the basil when it over runs the garden! :) Cook time included chill time Ingredients:
1 cup orzo, uncooked |
2t salad quality olive oil |
2 cloves garlic, minced |
about 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped |
2 medium, or 3 small zucchini, large diced |
2 large tomatoes, large diced |
2 green onions, sliced |
juice from 1/2 lemon |
kosher salt and fresh black pepper |
Directions:
1. Prepare orzo as directed on package, drain, and rinse with cold water
2. Add olive oil, garlic, and zucchini to saute pan and cook, tossing occasionally, until zucchini is just tender.
3. Add tomatoes, basil, salt, pepper and green onion, toss again to combine, and turn off heat.
4. In large bowl, toss veggies and lemon juice with orzo and stir to combine.
5. Let chill about an hour, if desired.
6. Salad is good served cold or room temperature
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