Orzo Salad with Veggies

• 1

  In a medium pot, bring to boil 2 quarts of water. Meanwhile, rinse beans, trim off ends, and cut into 2-3 inch lengths. Steam beans until barely tender to bite. After complete, immerse beans in ice water until cold, then drain.

• 2

  Add orzo pasta to boiling water and cook until barely tender to bite, about 8-11 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water, drain well.

• 3

  Meanwhile, take corn out of box and run cold water over in strainer.

Dressing

• 1

  In small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, shallots, mustard, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste.

• 2

  In large, wide bowl, mix orzo with 1/2 cup of dressing. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Spread level at bottom of bowl. Layer corn, green beans, then tomatoes over pasta. Pour remaining dressing into container. Cover and chill both salad and dressing until ready to serve.

• 3

  Shortly before serving, pour three-fourths of the remaining dressing over salad and mix gently to blend. Add more dressing and salt and pepper to liking and taste.