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Step 1
Bring 5 quarts of water to a rolling boil and add 1/4 cup salt. Add the orzo pasta to the water and stir. Bring the water back up to a boil. Stirring occasionally, cook for 9 minutes.
Step 2
While the orzo is cooking, zest and juice the lemons into a large mixing bowl, and whisk in the olive oil.
Step 3
When the orzo is done cooking, drain it (do not rinse), and toss it with the dressing while still hot.
Step 4
Allow the pasta and dressing to cool while you chop the rest of the ingredients.
Step 5
Fold in the red peppers, grape tomatoes, green onions, parsley and basil.
Step 6
Refrigerate for at least two hours. Serve cold.