Greek Orzo Salad
	
		A refreshing and flavorful Greek Orzo Salad made with orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, olives, feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light main course.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 10 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 25 minutes
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Salad
 
							- Method: No-Cook
 
							- Cuisine: Greek
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 1 cup orzo pasta
 
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
 
- 1 cucumber, diced
 
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
 
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
 
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
 
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
 
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
 
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
 
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
 
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
 
- Salt and pepper to taste
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.
 
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley.
 
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
 
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
 
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- Use whole wheat orzo for a healthier version.
 
- Add grilled chicken or chickpeas for extra protein.
 
- Salad can be made a day in advance and kept refrigerated.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 cup
 
							- Calories: 280
 
							- Sugar: 3g
 
							- Sodium: 420mg
 
							- Fat: 15g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 4g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 28g
 
							- Fiber: 3g
 
							- Protein: 7g
 
							- Cholesterol: 15mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: Greek orzo salad, pasta salad, vegetarian salad, summer salad, Mediterranean