Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Quick Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad – Homefoodkitchen, a perfect dish for summer cookouts, potlucks, or busy weeknights. This refreshing salad combines tender orzo pasta with a medley of fresh vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. It’s not only easy to prepare in just 25 minutes but also versatile enough to be served cold or at room temperature. Ideal as a side dish or light main course, this salad will impress your guests and keep you coming back for more.
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
- 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 the orzo in salted boiling water for 8–10 minutes until al dente; drain and rinse under cold water.
- While the orzo cools, dice the tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo with the vegetables, olives, feta cheese, and dill. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
- Chill for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg