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Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe

Greek Orzo Pasta Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette - This bright, light orzo pasta salad recipe is full of refreshingly zesty Mediterranean flavors. You'll love serving this easy make-ahead Greek orzo salad with tangy lemon vinaigrette at all of your summer picnics and potlucks!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 397 kcal
Course: Main Course , Salad , Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean , Greek , American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dried orzo pasta
  • 1 large red bell pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 cup pitted olives (I used half kalamata and half green)
  • 3 ounces sun dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1/3 cup diced red onion
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/3 cup chopped parsley
For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1-2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1 clove garlic
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

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  1. Set a large pot of salted water over high heat. Bring to a boil. Then cook the orzo as directed on the package. Drain.
  2. Meanwhile, set out a large salad bowl. Chop the bell pepper, onions, sun dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs.
  3. In a small bowl (or measuring pitcher) whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, sugar, and garlic together. Set aside.
  4. Once the orzo is cooked and drained, place it in the salad bowl. Add in the bell peppers, olives, sun dried tomatoes, onion, and all chopped herbs.
  5. Pour the lemon dressing over the salad and toss well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

  • Make a gluten-free version of the orzo pasta salad by swapping wheat orzo with gluten-free orzo or another small GF pasta shape.
  • This dish will keep well for up to 10 days stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 397kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 52g (17%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 296mg (12%) Potassium 583mg (17%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1039IU (21%) Vitamin C 35mg (39%) Calcium 43mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 397

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 397kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 52g 17%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 296mg 12%
Potassium 583mg 12%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 1039IU 21%
Vitamin C 35mg 39%
Calcium 43mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

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