Nan's Orzo Salad

Brighten up your table with Nan's Orzo Salad, a Mediterranean-inspired dish bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors. This easy-to-make recipe features al dente orzo pasta tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, red onion, creamy crumbled feta, and briny Kalamata olives, creating a delightful medley of textures. A zesty homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and garlic, seasoned with oregano and fresh herbs like parsley and dill, ties everything together perfectly. Ready in just 30 minutes, this chilled orzo salad is the ultimate make-ahead dish for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches. Whether served as a side or a main, this flavor-packed recipe is sure to become a favorite for anyone who loves quick, healthy, and delicious meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Orzo pasta
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium English cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to the package instructions (usually 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain the orzo and rinse it under cold water to cool. Set aside.

Step 2

While the orzo cooks, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, finely chop the red onion, and set them aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked and cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, parsley, and dill.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake the dressing until well emulsified.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the orzo salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat them with the dressing.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 7

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature and enjoy this vibrant and flavorful Nan's Orzo Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(987.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1645.2

Total Fat 84.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 3412.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 185.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.5g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 47.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 758.6mg	0%
Iron 11.9mg	0%
Potassium 1152.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.8%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 43.9%