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Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad: A Refreshing Make-Ahead Delight

This Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad is a vibrant make-ahead side dish perfect for summer cookouts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo chewy pasta
  • 1 cup Tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup Cucumbers diced
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Olives kalamata or green
  • 1/2 cup Feta crumbled
  • 2 tbsp Dill freshly chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil high-quality
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp Oregano dried or fresh
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium Bowl
  • Spatula
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Dice the tomatoes and cucumbers into 1/2-inch pieces. Finely dice the red onion to 1/4-inch.
  2. Gather olives, feta, and dill on the side.
  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
  4. Drain and rinse orzo under cold water to stop the cooking process.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cooled orzo, vegetables, olives, feta, and dill. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until combined.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best served cold or at room temperature. Can customize with grilled chicken or different vegetables as desired.

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