Name: Delicious Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Feta Fresh Veggies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup of orzo pasta (or quinoa for a gluten-free option); 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cucumber, diced; 1/2 red onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (or vegan feta); 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste

Description

Savor the flavors of a Delicious Orzo Salad with Feta Fresh Veggies Perfect for any meal this Mediterranean dish is healthy and easy to make

Ingredients

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1 cup of orzo pasta (or quinoa for a gluten-free option)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, diced

1/2 red onion, finely chopped

1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (or vegan feta)

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Orzo – Boil salted water, add orzo, and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes).

Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables – Chop cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and finely chop red onion.

Step 3: Drain and Rinse the Orzo – Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water.

Step 4: Combine Ingredients in a Bowl – Mix cooled orzo, vegetables, olives, and feta in a large bowl.

Step 5: Dress the Salad – Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice, add salt and pepper, and toss.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve – Sprinkle parsley and serve as a side or light main course.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Calories: 300 calories
Sugar: 2 grams
Fat: 15 grams
Saturated Fat: 15 grams
Carbohydrates: 37 grams
Fiber: 2 grams
Protein: 9 grams