Spinach Tomato Orzo Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Spinach Tomato Orzo Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s as satisfying as it is beautiful! This recipe combines tender orzo pasta with fresh baby spinach, sweet cherry tomatoes, and the salty tang of crumbled feta cheese, creating a harmony of textures and flavors in every bite. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and oregano, this quick and easy salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or meal prep. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or a light main course. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor, this Spinach Tomato Orzo Salad is your new go-to recipe for healthy, delicious eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup red onion
- 0.75 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
While the orzo cooks, prepare the vegetables. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and finely dice the red onion.
Once the orzo is cooked, drain it and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down. Set aside to drain well.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, baby spinach, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Garnish with additional crumbled feta, fresh spinach leaves, or a sprinkle of oregano before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.2 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 586 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 319 mg | 7% | |
*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.
