Garden Italian Salad

Submitted by Tonkcats

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 5 cups
• Serves: 5

ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta (rice-shaped pasta)
• 1 cup zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1⁄2 cup ripe olives, sliced
• 1⁄2 cup carrot, shredded
• 1⁄4 cup green onion, sliced
• 1 (2 ounce) jar pimientos, chopped, drained
• 1⁄2 cup Italian salad dressing
• 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

directions

1. Cook orzo to desired doneness as directed on package; drain. Rinse with cold water.
2. In large bowl, combine orzo, zucchini, carrot, olives, onions and pimento.
3. Pour dressing over salad; toss well.
4. Refrigerate at least 2 hours to blend flavors.
5. Add Mozzarella cheese just before serving; garnish with parsley. Refrigerate leftovers.
6. Tip: Substitute 2 1/2 cups cooked macaroni for the orzo.