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Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

Bright and Refreshing Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad Delight

This Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad is a delightful mix of fresh flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Provides structure and bulk
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Diced in half
  • 1 cup Persian Cucumbers Sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives Sliced
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Or white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package directions, usually around 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Wash and chop the fresh ingredients: dice the cherry tomatoes, slice the Persian cucumbers, and finely chop the red onion. Combine these with sliced kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese in a mixing bowl.
  3. Once the orzo is cool, add it to the bowl with the mixed vegetables and feta. Gently fold everything together.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together until well coated.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad keeps well for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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