Description
Greek Orzo Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly blends fresh vegetables, creamy feta, and tangy olives with the satisfying bite of orzo pasta. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a nutritious lunch option, this salad is both easy to make and packed with flavor. The delightful combination of fresh herbs and zesty lemon elevates every mouthful, making it a favorite among all age groups. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with grilled meats, Greek Orzo Pasta Salad is versatile enough to shine in any meal setting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g uncooked Orzo
- 150g Baby Plum Tomatoes (halved)
- 100g Feta Cheese (cubed)
- 100g Kalamata Olives (halved)
- 3 tbsp Red Onion (finely diced)
- 1 small clove Garlic (finely diced)
- 75g Green Pepper (finely diced)
- 75g Cucumber (sliced)
- Juice of 1/2 Lemon
- Dressing: Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Fresh Parsley, Dried Oregano, Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add tomatoes, feta, olives, onion, and garlic; mix well. Let marinate for at least one hour.
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
- Combine cooled orzo with the marinated mixture. Stir in green pepper and cucumber; add lemon juice. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 12mg