Orzo and Spinach Salad
Bright, fresh, and utterly satisfying, this Orzo and Spinach Salad is the perfect blend of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender orzo pasta is paired with crisp baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumbers, all brought together with a zesty homemade dressing made from olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Finished with tangy crumbles of feta cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes and packed with nutrients, it’s an excellent choice for a light lunch, a dinner side dish, or a make-ahead picnic option. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Orzo pasta
- 4 cups Fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.
While the orzo is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked orzo, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese. Toss gently to mix.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat evenly.
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1431 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.7 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 2235 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 571 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1332 mg | 28% | |
*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.
