Zutaten für Bab's Orzo Rice Salad With Dijon Vinaigrette
- 1 cup Orzo Pasta
- 1/2 cup Wild Rice
- 1/2 Red Bell Pepper
- 1/4 cup Pine Nuts
- 1/4 cup Craisins
- 1/4 Red Onion
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar
- 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper
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Zubereitung von Bab's Orzo Rice Salad With Dijon Vinaigrette
- **Make the Dijon Vinaigrette:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard and 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar until combined.
- **Emulsify the Dressing:** Slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup olive oil in a steady stream while whisking constantly until the vinaigrette is creamy and emulsified.
- **Season:** Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- **Prepare the Salad Ingredients:** Cook 1 cup orzo and 1/2 cup rice according to package directions. Dice 1/2 red bell pepper and 1/4 red onion. Toast 1/4 cup pine nuts in a dry skillet until fragrant and golden brown. Chop 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves.
- **Combine & Chill:** In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo and rice, red bell pepper, red onion, toasted pine nuts, basil, and 1/4 cup craisins or currants. Pour the Dijon vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- **Chill & Serve:** Refrigerate the salad for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
36g
Fat
22g
Carbs
14g
