Quick Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad – Homefoodkitchen
Quick Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad – Homefoodkitchen is a vibrant and refreshing dish that brings the sunny flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Perfect for summer cookouts, potlucks, or busy weeknights, this make-ahead salad combines tender orzo pasta with crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this colorful dish that not only pleases the palate but also makes for a healthy option. Whether enjoyed as a side dish or a light main course, this salad is versatile enough to suit any occasion and will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1.5 cups orzo
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 2 cups diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/2 cup olives
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1.5 tbsp fresh dill
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Cook orzo in a pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and cool under cold water.
- Dice tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion while orzo cooks.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo with vegetables, olives, feta, and dill.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad mixture and toss until well coated.
- Chill covered in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg