Cold Orzo Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Cold Orzo Salad is the ultimate go-to for a light yet satisfying dish. Tender orzo pasta is paired with crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, and briny Kalamata olives, then elevated with creamy feta cheese and a zesty homemade dressing featuring olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and aromatic oregano. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this chilled pasta salad is perfect for meal prep, summer picnics, or a delightful side dish for grilled mains. Garnished with fresh parsley, it delivers a burst of flavor in every bite while pleasing the eye with its vibrant colors. This effortless recipe is sure to become a crowd favorite!
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Ingredients
- 1.5 cups orzo pasta
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 7-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool completely.
Step 2
While the orzo is cooking, dice the cucumber into small cubes, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the kalamata olives. Set aside.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled orzo, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and toss well to combine, ensuring that all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 6
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad. Gently toss again.
Step 7
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1051.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2159.1 |
| Total Fat 108.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g | |
| Cholesterol 66.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3482.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 258.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 16.2g | |
| Protein 52.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 12IU | 0% |
| Calcium 635.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 943.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories