Kelsey's recipe from week 1 of The Next Food Network Star was chosen as one of the featured recipes for the week. I haven't made this yet, but plan to this week. It looks very yummy and summery.
I can't wait to see what she cooks up tonight!
Recipe courtesy Kelsey Nixon
1/2 pounds orzo pasta
3 Roma tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Citrus Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Citrus Vinaigrette, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Fill a stockpot 3/4 full with salted water. When water comes to a rolling boil, add orzo. Cook until al dente, or according to package directions. Drain orzo and cool on a baking sheet.
Make the vinaigrette. When orzo is at room temperature, toss with tomatoes and cilantro. Dress with vinaigrette.
Citrus Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 1/2 medium lemons)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 teaspoons lime zest
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
In medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, mustard, zests, salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in olive oil until mixture has emulsified. Vinaigrette can be made up to 3 hours ahead, covered and chilled. Bring to room temperature and stir before serving.
1 comment:
I'll have to try this. Okay. I am officially addicted to the show and I love Kelsey. What a doll. I can't wait until the next episode airs. It's so fun to have a few great summer shows since most of my regular ones have finished for the year.
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