orzo pasta salad

Hot Honey Orzo Summer Salad

  • Prep Time
    15 Minutes
  • Difficulty
    Easy
  • Servings
    6
Ingredients
  • Dressing:
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Mike’s Hot Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup olive oil or grapeseed oil
  • Sea salt and ground black pepper, to taste
  • Salad:
  • 3 cups cooked orzo
  • 2 cobs of corn, husks removed
  • 1 ripe, but firm, peach/nectarine, pitted and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup arugula
Instructions

 

1. Dressing Dreams:

  • Everything in a jar
  • Shake it like you mean it
  • Set aside and try not to taste-test it all

2. Corn Magic:

  • Cast iron on medium-high
  • Get those kernels charred
  • Let them cool to stardom

3. The Big Toss:

  • Combine everything with love
  • Drizzle that dressing
  • Give it a gentle toss
  • Taste and make it perfect

Pro Tips

  • Cook orzo al dente
  • Room temp fruit = better flavor
  • Make extra dressing
  • Let flavors mingle for a bit

Perfect Partners

Serve alongside:

  • Grilled anything
  • Hot Honey BBQ
  • Summer sandwiches
  • Picnic spreads

Make It Your Own

  • Swap in seasonal fruit
  • Try different greens
  • Add fresh herbs
  • Double the honey drizzle

Remember: Great summer food is about fresh ingredients and good vibes.

Pro Tip: Make it ahead - this salad actually gets better after a few hours in the fridge!

Now go create some summer magic. Your picnic is waiting.

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