Mediterranean Orzo Salad
A vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Orzo Salad, perfect for any occasion. Packed with fresh ingredients and a zesty dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Once perfectly al dente, drain it and set it aside to cool.
- Prepare the cooled orzo with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, finely chopped red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and vibrant parsley in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the orzo salad and mix gently but thoroughly.
- Serve the Mediterranean Orzo Salad chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Refresh the flavors by giving it a gentle toss before serving again.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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