Description
Greek Orzo Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly combines Mediterranean flavors in every bite. This delightful salad features tender orzo pasta tossed with fresh vegetables, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with a zesty homemade dressing. Ideal for summer barbeques, picnics, or even meal prep, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be made ahead of time for enhanced flavor. The colorful ingredients will impress your guests while providing a nutritious option that’s both filling and satisfying. Elevate your dining experience with this tasty Greek Orzo Pasta Salad, perfect as a light main course or a side dish.
Ingredients
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- Fresh Parsley
- Dried Oregano
- Baby Plum Tomatoes
- Feta Cheese
- Kalamata Olives
- Red Onion
- Garlic
- Orzo Pasta
- Green Pepper
- Cucumber
- Lemon Juice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the tomatoes, feta, olives, onion, and garlic; let marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and cool under cold water.
- Add the cooled orzo to the marinated mixture along with diced green pepper and cucumber.
- Squeeze in lemon juice and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg