Orzo Salad with Radish, Fennel and Scallion

Orzo Salad with Radish, Fennel and Scallion

Lemony dressing and fresh mint add vibrant flavor to this myrecipes.com pasta salad. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and garnish with pretty mint leaves, if desired

INGREDIENTS

  • 8 ounces uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups diced fennel (about 1 bulb)
  • 1/2 cup chopped radish
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  • 3 tablespoons minced red or white scallions
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted

DIRECTIONS

Cook orzo pasta with 1 tablespoon kosher salt according to the package directions, omitting additional fat. Drain and rinse with cold water. Drain well.

Combine lemon juice and next 3 ingredients (through pepper) in a large bowl; stir well with a whisk. Add orzo, fennel, and the next 4 ingredients (through 1/2 teaspoon salt); toss well to coat. Cover and chill. Top with nuts before serving 

 

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