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Bowl of orzo salad with feta, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onions, and herbs.

Orzo Salad with Feta

A refreshing and easy-to-make orzo salad with feta cheese, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, feta cheese, olives, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like parsley or mint.

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