Description
Indulge in the bright and refreshing flavors of Greek Orzo Pasta Salad, a perfect dish for any gathering or casual meal. This vibrant salad is a delightful mixture of tender orzo, crisp vegetables, and tangy feta, all tossed together with a zesty olive oil dressing. Its colorful presentation and Mediterranean goodness make it an appealing choice for barbecues, picnics, or as a nutritious lunch option. Best of all, this salad can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully and enhance your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g uncooked Orzo
- 150g Baby Plum Tomatoes (halved)
- 100g Feta Cheese (cubed)
- 100g Kalamata Olives (halved)
- 75g Green Pepper (finely diced)
- 75g Cucumber (sliced)
- 80ml / 1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 tbsp Red Apple Vinegar
- 1 small bunch Fresh Parsley (finely diced) (1oz/30g)
- 1 heaped tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/4 tsp EACH: Salt, Black Pepper (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 Lemon (juice only)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Add halved tomatoes, cubed feta, olives, finely diced onion and garlic; stir well. Let marinate at room temperature for at least one hour.
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- Add cooled orzo to the marinated mixture along with diced green pepper and cucumber. Squeeze in lemon juice and adjust seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg