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Orzo Salad

A delightful and refreshing orzo salad, perfect for picnics and light lunches.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything to combine.
  5. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Add additional feta cheese or fresh herbs for extra flavor.

  • Author: aymane-mouraigmail-com-2
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: orzo salad, vegetarian salad, Mediterranean recipe, light lunch, picnic food