Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Greek Orzo Pasta Salad, a quick and easy dish perfect for any occasion. Bursting with Mediterranean ingredients like juicy tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and Kalamata olives, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a light weeknight dinner, it’s a delicious and colorful addition to your table. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy this versatile dish that can be served alone or paired with grilled proteins. Plus, it improves in flavor when marinated, making it a great option for meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g uncooked Orzo pasta
- 80ml Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- 150g Baby Plum Tomatoes
- 100g Feta Cheese
- 100g Kalamata Olives
- Fresh Parsley
- Dried Oregano
- Salt
- Black Pepper
- Cucumber
- Green Pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Add halved tomatoes, diced feta, olives, onion, and garlic; marinate for at least one hour.
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
- Combine cooled orzo with the marinated mixture along with diced cucumber and green pepper.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the salad; adjust seasoning 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: 480mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg