23 Reviews of Confetti Orzo Salad

From: PamLuvs2Cook

On Jul 3, 2007

This is a very good recipe. The only change I made was to boil my orzo in chicken broth to add a little more flavor. This recipe does not need as much olive oil as the recipe states so I suggest going with a smaller amount then once you stir it together you can always add more to suit your tastes.I like to make this the day before serving and store it in the fridge so that the flavors have a chance to mix and mingle together. Thanks for sharing this recipe dicentra.

From: Susie D

On Jul 18, 2006

This is a pretty salad, very colorful. I too, subbed cilantro for the parsley as I prefer the flavor. This is easy to put together. I plan to take this to my next potluck. Thanks dicooks for sharing your recipe!

From: bbh

On Sep 27, 2007

This sounds wonderful - I love orzo - such a great comfort food. I too would boil this in chicken broth and I would add in some grated parmesan with the vegetables. I make orzo with just parmesan and parsley and a little lemon juice mixed in and it is easy and delicious. Can't wait to try this recipe.

From: Luvs 2 Cook

On Sep 27, 2007

dicentra, This recipe is AWESOME!!! It is easy to pull together. I chopped the veggies in my Vadalia chopper (left out the carrots, to suit our taste). I took your suggestion and cut down a lot on the olive oil. I cooke the orzo in chicken broth and added cilantro and grated parmesan as per other reviews. I can't wait to have it cold tomorrow for lunch. I think I'll add some leftover steak from tonight for protein. MMMMMMMMMM!

From: Dominick & Amanda

On Nov 30, 2007

Delicious! I love the colors and the flavor! I also added cilantro and veggie toppings Parmesan cheese. I ate this cold and it was great!

From: Chattes

On May 8, 2008

When I brought this to the table, everyone commented on how beautiful it was. I was so tired of pasta or potato salad with a mayo base and this recipe caught my eye. I also cut down on the olive oil and threw the veggies all in the food processor. Drained the veggies and tossed with the orzo and dressing. Wonderful! Served it with chicken and fresh broccoli.

From: Annisette

On Jul 22, 2006

Pretty salad! I used about 2 tbsp olive oil and a lime instead of a lemon (all I had on hand). Very good!! Thanks!!

From: Sage

On Jul 18, 2006

I love orzo so when I see a recipe I try it out;I only used 2 Tblsp oil.Similar to my orzo recipe that I serve hot. I served yours cold and it was very good!Thanks for sharing.

From: -Sylvie-

On Jun 1, 2006

I made this for the ZWT 2006 and have to say, what a pretty looking salad, and it tastes great, too! I halved the recipe and used fresh corriander/cilantro instead of the parsley, as I'm not so keen on parsley, apart from that I followed the recipe. I wasn't so keen on it warm but it tastes really good at room temperature, when the flavours have blended together. The raw peppers, carrot and onion add a nice crunch to the smooth orzo. The only thing I would change, was to maybe reduce the amount of olive oil just a little. I'll make this again, because as you said it makes a great salad to take to work and I can imagine it going down really well at a bbq with grilled fish, chicken or meat! Thanks for sharing.

From: Cat from Charlotte

On Jul 2, 2006

A very good recipe! I did do a few little things differently. I blended the vinaigrette in our mini countertop blender instead of whisking it. The result was a very frothy, almost creamy vinaigrette. I also added a shallot to the vinaigrette. I too used fresh cilantro in place of parsley. Finally, I also omitted the carrot and just used more bell peppers and red onion. Really very tasty and we're looking forward to enjoying it for our 4th of July picnic. Thanks for sharing.