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Delicious Greek Orzo Salad

Delicious Greek Orzo Salad: A Bright and Easy Delight

Delicious Greek Orzo Salad is a vibrant dish that combines juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and feta cheese, perfect for quick meals and nutritious balance.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1.5 cups orzo pasta uncooked
  • 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup mini Roma tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cups feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cups black olives
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano or parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek salad dressing store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by boiling a large pot of salted water over high heat. Once boiling, add the orzo pasta, cooking according to package instructions until al dente—about 8-10 minutes. Drain and cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped mini Roma tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion. Stir gently.
  3. Gently fold the cooled orzo into the vegetable mixture, ensuring to combine thoroughly.
  4. Drizzle the Greek salad dressing over the mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be made ahead. Store dressing separately to maintain freshness.

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