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Greek Orzo Salad Recipe

This Greek Orzo Salad recipe is a light and flavorful pasta salad that's delicious as a side dish or main dish. It'd be perfect with anything you’re grilling this summer!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 173 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course , Salad , Lunch , Dinner , Others
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 16 oz orzo pasta (wheat or gluten-free)
  • 1/2 cup halved pitted kalamata olives (plus 2 tablespoons brine)
  • 1/3 cup red onion (diced small)
  • 3 cups from 1 large English cucumber (diced small)
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 orange bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (cubed)
  • fresh oregano (optional garnish)

Instructions

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  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package directions for al dente, adding an extra minute.
  2. Drain and rinse under cold water, drain.
  3. Meanwhile, In a large bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Add the olives, red onion and brine from the olives and mix to combine.
  4. Stir in the pasta with the cucumber, tomatoes and bell pepper and toss well. Taste for salt and adjust as needed.
  5. Add the cheese just before ready to serve.

Nutrition Information

Serving 3/4 cup Calories 173kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 4mg (1%) Sodium 112mg (5%) Fiber 1.5g (6%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173

% Daily Value*

Serving 3/4 cup
Calories 173kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 112mg 5%
Fiber 1.5g 6%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.