Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a refreshing delight perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender orzo pasta paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy kalamata olives, this salad is a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Crumbled feta cheese and fragrant herbs like parsley and basil enhance its Mediterranean allure, while a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of honey ties the dish together beautifully. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for lunch, potlucks, or as a side dish for grilled meats and seafood. Light, nutritious, and packed with flavor, this Mediterranean Orzo Salad is your answer to effortless Mediterranean-inspired dining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Orzo pasta
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.75 cup Feta cheese
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil
- 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 7-9 minutes, until al dente. Drain the orzo and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion. Roughly chop the kalamata olives.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and kalamata olives.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad and add the chopped fresh parsley and basil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the orzo salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for up to two hours to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.0 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.1 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 3916 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.3 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.1 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 58.2 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 830 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 1075 mg | 23% | |
*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.
