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Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

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This Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad is a colorful and flavorful dish that’s easy to prepare. With fresh ingredients and versatile options, it’s perfect for any meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • â…“ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 small English cucumber, cut in half lengthwise and then sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in halves
  • ½ red onion, diced
  • ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 4 baby bell peppers, sliced (or one regular bell pepper)

Instructions

  • Combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl to make dressing.
  • Cook orzo pasta according to package directions, then cool for about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, mix the cooled orzo, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives, and feta.
  • Add half the dressing to the orzo mixture and toss gently.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.
  • Drizzle remaining dressing over salad before serving and give a final toss.

Notes

Cool orzo before mixing to keep the salad fresh.
Adjust seasoning to personal taste.
Chilling time enhances flavors.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 24
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 8
  • Cholesterol: 10