Each month Lynn at Happier Than a Pig in Mud selects a different chef to feature in her Celebrity Cook-Along. I was very happy when I read that for July she chose Chef Bobby Flay. I have watched his many shows on the Food Network since he first appeared there in 1994 and the numerous recipes of his that I’ve tried over the years have been excellent.
This has been a very busy week at my house and I needed to select a recipe that would feed a large group and provide leftovers for a day or two. There are many versions of Greek pasta salad around the internet and this is one I particularly like. The flavors are clean and crisp and the grilled shrimp absorb the tangy flavors of the simple vinaigrette. I added a few Kalamata olives but otherwise made the recipe just as Bobby wrote it. This is a super summer dish and the flavors are even better the second day. Sprinkle a little extra crumbled feta on top just before serving, slice up a loaf of crusty bread, open a bottle of wine, and enjoy a lovely summer evening with friends and family.
- ¾ pound orzo, cooked al dente
- 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, quartered lengthwise and sliced
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced (my addition)
- ¼ cup fresh dill, plus extra for garnish
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ½ cup olive oil, plus additional for brushing on shrimp
- Salt and freshly ground pepper
- ¾ pound feta cheese, crumbled
- 16 medium shrimp, peeled and de-veined
- Combine orzo, cucumber, green onions, tomatoes and olives in a large bowl. Place dill, vinegar and mustard in a blender and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the olive oil and blend until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Pour the vinaigrette over the orzo mixture and stir well to combine. Gently fold in the feta cheese.
- Heat grill to high. Brush shrimp with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for approximately 2 minutes per side or until just cooked through. Divide orzo salad among 4-6 salad plates and garnish with grilled shrimp.
In addition to joining Lynn’s party at Happier than a Pig in Mud,
I’m linking this post to On the Menu Monday at StoneGable and
Foodie Friday at Designs by Gollum.
This looks so inviting! It has been a hectic week. Hope you’re enjoying your day.
Kristy
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This sounds great Cathy, dill and mustard are so good together! I think I’m the last person in the world that hasn’t tried Feta yet… gotta correct that! Thanks so much for joining the Cook-Along:@)
Delicious flavors packed into such a great looking salad. I wish I could have the shrimp but I have allergies, but even without, it still would be a fantastic dish. It looks amazing.
Carol @ There’s Always Thyme to Cook recently posted..Celebrity Cook-along: Bobby Flay
Great looking salad, Cathy!! BTW, I asked asked at Laduree if I could take a photo and they smiled and said yes. Interesting. Enjoy your day.
Susan recently posted..Those little jewels, the Macarons
I love every salad you post – and I was happy to see another pasta salad! I’ll be trying this one too.
I love Greek food so this one is screaming my name – it looks wonderful Cathy!
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What a great summer salad. The combination of the shrimp, feta, olives, cucumber and dill sounds really good.
All of our favorite summertime ingredients! Thanks to you and Bobby Flay. Hope you are a great weekend. Know your market will be fantastic.
Best,
Bonnie
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All you had to do is say “Greek” , “orzo” & “shrimp” & I am all over it! Looks & sounds soooo delicious! Thanks for sharing the idea of adding the olives. They make ANYTHING better, IMHO.
My FL neighbor gave me her recipe for a cold orzo salad that is very similar. I must dig that recipe out & make it this summer.
fondly,
Rett
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wow…this sounds amazing. Beautiful, too.
xo bj
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This is beautiful and so fresh.
I’m hosting an ice cream social this weekend. I hope to see you there.
Have a great weekend! La
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I’ve fallen in love with orzo lately and use it often. The combination of flavors and ingredients in this sounds delicious Cathy. I read Bobby Flay’s been on TV 18 years. How time flies and he still looks so young and cute.
Sam
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Oh, I just adore Bobby Flay! All of his recipes are out of this world good. That’s a fantastic orzo recipe….
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Orzo is so perfect in this type of salad!! What a perfect salad for a summer party.
Julie recently posted..Bobby Flay’s Grilled Sweet Potato Salad
Your picture is mouthwatering! I saw this recipe and thought it would be so delicious! I am glad you posted it!
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Concetta
This sounds so delicious for a summer meal. I love every single ingredient, especially the orzo!
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I found you from the Happier than a Pig Linky. I was lured into your recipe because I’m a huge BF fan (met him 2x–he’s the best!). And I love the name of your blog. I invite you to share this gorgeous recipe over at Momtrends Friday Food Linky:
http://www.momtrends.com/2011/07/tips-for-the-perfect-burger/
Hope you can stop by! We’re featuring Chipotle Burgers (Bobby would love them)
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This sounds delicious, I will definitely try it but I will probably omit the dill (not a big fan) and maybe add some fresh oregano instead but I am not sure if I should add it in the vinaigrette or just sprinkle it at the end.
I LOOOOVE the way your photos show the beautiful details of the food – AND make it look SO GOOD! This one in particular looks sensational!!
I love the combination of this salad, the shrimps look extra delicious to me:D Hope you have a good weekend, Cathy…cheers!
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This is a delicious recipe and a great one for the summer. I agree with another reader about your shots. The detail is always great and the photos are always so “bright.” How do you do that? Do you use some kind of lights? I’d really like to know more about food photography.
ciaochowlinda recently posted..Pecorino Canestrato Cheese
THis is a perfect dish – I LOVE these flavors – fabulous recipe – thanks!
Mary x
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This looks like a wonderful sunmer meal and of course I love Kalamata olives and orzo! Have a great weekend. Love your jaunty red flatware too. Joni
I have never cooked a Bobby Flay recipe…I always mean to remedy that. This sounds delicious 😀
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I only have one orzo salad recipe that I like so I’m happy to see another one that sounds delicious! This would be the perfect dinner on a hot, summer night (which it is supposed to be all this next week)!
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I often use barley, this recipe is fabulous, congratulations.
Hello Daniela
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Need this now!!!! It looks delicious, Mom!!!
I really like Bobby Flay’s recipes too; they are usually packed with flavor. This salad is no exception. It looks wonderful:)
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Hi Cathy, The dish sounds so flavorful. I love orzo for summer pasta dishes…now I will be adding shrimp.
Beautiful! Fresh and Summery.
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As always Cathy, you make it fabulous!!
Gorgeous photo! I am ready to sit down to a large bowl! Love the flavors in Greek food..love shrimp. I have my fork ready!
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Cathy, WOW! This is a spectacular summer meal! What a great taste combination.
Look for your wonderful recipe on an upcoming ON THE MENU at StoneGable. I’ll post a link back to your post. Could I also use your delicious picture to go along with the feature?
Thank you for participating in ON THE MENU MONDAY and bringing us this very yummy reicpe!
Yvonne
That does look good.
I’ve seen lots of his shows and he can make some really good looking dishes.
Ramona recently posted..Peas plez
bobby Flay is my idle as well. Enjoy so many of his shows, takes “two ways to cook” to the ultimate level.
This is an amazing looking recipe. Love the photo… ART!
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Another keeper, Cathy. I’m excited to find another good Greek recipe.
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Your picture is mouthwatering! ((O; I am glad you posted it!