Description
Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a delightful blend of vibrant, fresh vegetables, orzo pasta, and briny feta cheese that comes together in just 30 minutes. This salad is perfect for meal prep, gatherings, or as a light main course. Its colorful ingredients not only make it visually appealing but also provide a burst of flavors that will impress your guests. With the addition of olives and a zesty dressing, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying. Serve it chilled to enjoy a refreshing experience any time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces orzo
- 3 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 1/2 cups red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 3/4 cup red onion (diced)
- 5 ounces Castelvetrano olives (halved)
- 5 ounces Kalamata olives (halved)
- 7 ounces feta cheese
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the orzo in boiling salted water for about 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled orzo, spinach, chopped vegetables, and olives. Crumble half of the feta cheese into the mixture.
- For the dressing, whisk together canola oil, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently fold until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt or lemon juice.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg