Yield: 6 servings
Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad
In need of a light vegetarian lunch, side dish, or dinner? Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad is just the colorful, healthy salad recipe for all three jobs!
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, about ½ lemon
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Pasta Salad:
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 small English cucumber, cut in half lengthwise and then sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced in halves
- ½ red onion, diced
- ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 4 baby bell peppers, sliced (or one regular bell pepper)
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Instructions
- Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside to cool, about 10 minutes.
- Mix all the dressing ingredients in a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake with lid on vigorously to combine.
- In a large bowl, mix cooled orzo, vegetables, Kalamata olives and cheese. Add about half of the dressing and toss to coat. Keep refrigerated for about 2 to 3 hours and add remaining dressing before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving, Calories: 272kcal, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 11g, Cholesterol: 11mg, Sodium: 325mg, Potassium: 262mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 862IU, Vitamin C: 34mg, Calcium: 94mg, Iron: 1mg