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Greek Orzo Salad

Delicious Greek Orzo Salad Ready in Just 15 Minutes

This Greek Orzo Salad is a vibrant, no-cook dish that combines fresh vegetables, feta, and olives, perfect for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Orzo or quinoa for gluten-free
  • 2 cups Tomatoes diced, vine-ripened preferred
  • 1 cup Cucumber diced and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled, block preferred
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint or Dill or dried mint
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano dried can be used
  • to taste Salt caution with saltiness from feta and olives
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the orzo in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled orzo, diced cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, sliced red onion, and Kalamata olives.
  3. Crumble feta cheese over the salad and mix gently to combine.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper for the dressing.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For meal prep, prepare components separately and combine just before serving. Ensure cucumbers are dry to avoid sogginess.

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