Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Greek Orzo Salad, a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings a taste of the Mediterranean to your table. This colorful salad features tender orzo pasta combined with fresh vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and tangy kalamata olives, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch option, this recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, it’s easy to customize by adding your choice of protein like grilled chicken or shrimp. Serve it chilled for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound orzo
- 1 large English cucumber
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives
- 1 small red bell pepper
- 1 small green pepper
- 1 can (15.5 oz) chickpeas
- 1 small red onion
- Feta cheese (to taste)
- Dressing: olive oil, garlic, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and zest, dijon mustard, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled orzo with chopped cucumber, tomatoes, olives, peppers, chickpeas, and red onion.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 10mg