Greek Orzo Salad

A simple-to-make side that’s FULL of flavor.

Our Greek Orzo Salad is technically a pasta salad, but it’s not anything like the mayo-laced macaroni salad you usually find at a potluck. Where macaroni salad relies mostly on creaminess, this salad is all about a combination of bright Mediterranean flavors instead. It’s seriously packed with yummy stuff – chewy orzo, plenty of fresh crunch, and salty feta and olives. Yum!

Serves 4
5m prep time
10m cook time

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/4 cups (8 oz) dry orzo
• 1 medium English cucumber, diced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 1 small green pepper, chopped
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 1/2 cups baby spinach, chopped
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

FOR THE DRESSING:

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS :

1. Transfer to a large bowl, and add cucumber, tomatoes, olives, red onion, bell pepper, feta, spinach, and parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, and salt and pepper and pour over orzo and vegetables.
3. Toss to combine, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve. Enjoy!