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    Published: Jun 2, 2016 · Modified: Jan 21, 2021 by foodyschmoody ·

    Lemon Basil Orzo Pasta Salad

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    Lemon Basil Orzo Pasta Salad  -  A light and refreshing twist to traditional pasta salads.  Makes a great lunch on it's own or pair it with grilled chicken for a fresh summer dinner.

     

    lemon basil orzo pasta salad

    Now that warm weather is in full swing (finally!) I am looking for fresh new ideas for my go to grilling side dishes.  Once summer sets in, I grill a lot of burgers, sausage and chicken.  Pasta salads are a great side dish to all of those.  Plus, this pasta salad can be served cold or at room temperature, it is a great thing to bring along to BBQ's or summer potlucks. 

     

    Yesterday, I grilled up some chicken tenders.  Chicken tenders are great for a quickie chicken dish by the way.  They grill up in like 5 minutes.  I knew I was going to be short on time, so I put together my Lemon Basil Orzo Pasta Salad earlier in the day and kept it in the fridge until I started grilling my chicken.  At that point I removed it from the fridge, just to take the chill off.  By the time the chicken was done, the pasta salad was room temperature and perfect to serve as a bed for the chicken.

     

    lemon basil orzo pasta salad

    lemon basil orzo pasta salad

    lemon basil orzo pasta salad

    This Lemon Basil Orzo Pasta Salad doesn't just go with grilled chicken.  It also makes a great side dish to burgers, hot dogs and sausages!

     

     

    lemon basil orzo pasta salad

    Lemon Basil Orzo Pasta Salad

    Christine
    5 from 4 votes
    Print Recipe
    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Servings 4

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 C orzo uncooked
    • 6.5 oz artichoke hearts marinated
    • 12 sweet golden tomatoes quartered or halved (Sunburst tomatoes)
    • 2 T chopped basil fresh
    • 1 T lemon juice freshly squeezed
    • 12 ciliegine balls mini mozzarella
    • ¼ C olive oil
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Cook orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Place in large bowl.
    • Drain liquid from artichokes and chop.
    • Add artichokes, tomatoes, basil, lemon, lemon juice and mozzarella. Stir. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
    • Drizzle in the olive oil and stir well.
    • Serve.

    Notes

    Reciped inspired by:http://www.yummly.com/recipe/external/Fresh-Mozzarella-Pasta-Salad-1627066
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    Comments

    1. Patty Haxton Anderson says

      June 02, 2016 at 1:53 pm

      I love this simple side dish. Goes perfectly with your grilled chicken.

      Reply
    2. Peter Block says

      June 02, 2016 at 2:54 pm

      This is a perfect salad. My wife would totally love this salad.

      Reply
    3. Debra C. says

      June 02, 2016 at 6:35 pm

      Beautiful salad for summer - bright delicious flavors!

      Reply
    4. linda spiker says

      June 03, 2016 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      I love this as a simple side dish but I would also eat this as a main course!

      Reply
    5. Sandra - The Foodie Affair says

      June 04, 2016 at 12:51 am

      Super! I need more recipes with simple ingredients! This would be a great meal for a warm summer night!

      Reply
      • foodyschmoody says

        June 04, 2016 at 8:59 am

        You won't be disappointed. So easy yet so delicious.

        Reply
    6. Healing Tomato says

      June 04, 2016 at 11:08 pm

      5 stars
      Its funny, I have always thought of orzo as a fall or winter food. It is definitely getting me to re-think it. Your recipe looks so healthy and delicious!

      Reply
    7. Linda (Meal Planning Maven) says

      June 07, 2016 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      I adore all the ingredients you chose for this light and summery side dish!

      Reply
    8. Joanne/WineLady Cooks says

      June 08, 2016 at 9:02 am

      5 stars
      This has everything my family enjoys, and of course they will love the pasta rather than rice. A great summer side, looks amazing with your grilled chicken.

      Reply
    9. Angela says

      June 09, 2016 at 3:38 pm

      Love each and every ingredient in this salad! A great, throw together quickly, lots of flavor side dish! Perfection!!

      Reply
    10. Gunjan says

      June 10, 2016 at 9:57 pm

      I love pasta.

      Reply
    11. Nicole Power says

      June 13, 2016 at 9:21 pm

      This sounds like a great pasta salad 🙂 So fresh and delicious!

      Reply

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