Description
Indulge in the delightful freshness of Greek Orzo Pasta Salad, a vibrant dish that harmoniously blends tender orzo pasta with crisp vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This colorful salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a nutritious option perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal. With its balanced flavors and textures, it’s sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo in boiling salted water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and olives.
- Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Add cooled orzo to the vegetable mixture; toss with dressing and gently fold in feta and parsley.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg