Orzo Fruit Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Orzo Fruit Salad is the perfect fusion of sweet and refreshing ingredients for a light yet satisfying dish. Tender orzo pasta serves as the foundation, bringing a unique twist to the traditional fruit salad, while a medley of juicy strawberries, plump blueberries, and vibrant pineapple chunks add natural sweetness. The zesty citrus dressing, made with orange juice, lime juice, honey, and a sprinkle of orange zest, enhances every bite with tangy freshness. Finished with a garnish of fragrant chopped mint, this recipe is ideal for summer picnics, brunches, or a healthy, feel-good snack. Simple to make and ready in just 25 minutes, this colorful salad is both a feast for the eyes and a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves
- 4 cups water
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the orzo pasta and 0.5 teaspoon salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender but not mushy.
Drain the orzo and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set it aside to cool completely.
Rinse and prepare the fruit. Hull and slice the strawberries, ensuring an even size. Measure the blueberries and pineapple chunks and set them aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, honey, and grated orange zest to make the dressing.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and set them aside for garnish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled orzo pasta, strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple chunks.
Pour the citrus dressing over the orzo-fruit mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the chopped mint leaves on top for a refreshing touch.
Serve the Orzo Fruit Salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.4 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1227 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.6 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 176 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 450 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
