Greek Style Orzo Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Style Orzo Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette is the perfect fusion of vibrant ingredients and tangy dressing. Tender orzo pasta forms the base, while crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sharp red onion, briny kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta cheese add layers of irresistible texture and taste. The balsamic vinaigrette, made with extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and oregano, ties everything together with a bold and zesty finish. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or a refreshing weeknight side dish. Garnished with fresh parsley, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of Greek salads or hearty pasta dishes, this recipe is guaranteed to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.75 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and set aside to cool.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the kalamata olives. Set them aside.
Crumble the feta cheese and chop the fresh parsley.
To prepare the balsamic vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish and an added layer of flavor.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1927 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.5 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | 134% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3920 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.9 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 816 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1004 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
