Spring Orzo Salad with Crispy Shallot Dressing
DATE: March 29, 2026
This spring orzo salad is bright, colorful, and packed with flavor. It's the kind of recipe that feels as fresh as the season itself. Tender orzo pasta, sweet spring peas, asparagus, chicken, creamy feta, and fresh dill come together under a warm crispy shallot dressing that adds incredible texture and depth. The shallots are lightly pan-fried in olive oil; that same infused oil becomes the base of a tangy fennel citrus vinaigrette, tying every element into one vibrant, cohesive dish.
Easy to make ahead and served warm or at room temperature, this orzo salad recipe is ideal for spring lunches, brunch spreads, or a light weeknight dinner. A standout in any spring pasta salad rotation.
- Time: 40 mins
- Serves: 6
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Salad
- 1½ cups orzo, cooked and cooled
- 2 cups frisée lettuce
- 1 cup spring peas, cooked and cooled
- 8–10 spears asparagus, cooked and cooled, cut into pieces
- ½ lb chicken breast, cooked and sliced or chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbles
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
Crispy Shallot Dressing
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp grain Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Healthy On You® The Fennel Countdown Fennel Citrus Blend
Directions
- Cook ingredients ahead of time: Cook the orzo, chicken, asparagus, and peas. Allow everything to cool before assembling the salad.
- Make the crispy shallots: Heat the olive oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced shallots and cook until lightly golden and crispy, about 3–5 minutes. Allow the shallots and oil to cool then transfer to a small bowl or mason jar.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the shallots and oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and Fennel Citrus Blend. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, frisée lettuce, peas, asparagus, chicken, feta cheese, and fresh dill.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Note: This recipe is great for meal prep for a few days. Frisée lettuce can be substituted with arugula.
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