Orzo Grape and Pistachio Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and refreshing Orzo Grape and Pistachio Salad, a medley of textures and flavors perfect for any occasion! This easy-to-make recipe combines tender orzo pasta, juicy red seedless grapes, and crunchy pistachios for a delightful twist on a classic pasta salad. Crumbled feta cheese and thinly sliced red onion add a savory and tangy element, while fresh parsley and mint deliver a burst of herbal freshness. Tossed in a zesty homemade lemon-honey dressing, this salad is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and nutty. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for picnics, potlucks, or as a light, satisfying meal. Serve chilled or at room temperature for a versatile dish that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup red seedless grapes
- 0.333 cup pistachios (shelled)
- 0.5 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
Drain the orzo and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside to cool completely.
Meanwhile, slice the red seedless grapes in half and chop the parsley and mint. Set these aside for assembly.
To prepare the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled orzo, halved grapes, pistachios, crumbled feta cheese, red onion, parsley, and mint.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with additional parsley or pistachios, if desired.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let flavors meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 485 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 127 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 282 mg | 6% | |
*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.
