Orzo Salad
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb. orzo, cooked al dente
- 1 large cucumber, seeded, quartered lengthwise and sliced
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 C. chopped fresh dill, plus extra for garnish
- 3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
- 1/2 C. olive oil, plus extra for brushing shrimp
- salt and freshly ground pepper
- 3/4 lb. feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 C. white wine vinegar
- 16 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
Directions
Combine orzo, cucumber, green onions, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Place dill, vinegar, and mustard in a blender and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil and blend until emulsified. Season with salt and
pepper, to taste. Pour the vinaigrette over the orzo mixture and stir well to combine. Gently fold in the feta cheese.
Heat grill to high. Brush shrimp with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for approximately 2 minutes per side or
until just cooked through. Divide orzo salad among 4 take-out containers or plates and top with 4 shrimp. Garnish with additional dill.
Serves 4. Recipe courtesy of Bobby Flay
