Greek-Style Orzo and Feta Salad
A light and hearty salad made with orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and crumbled feta cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth for cooking orzo
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/2 cup black olives sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or basil
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta in boiling water or vegetable broth according to package instructions. Drain and let it cool.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and black olives.
- Add the cooled orzo pasta and toss gently to combine.
- For the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley or basil before serving.
NUTRITION FACTS (Per Serving)
Calories: 320 kcal
Carbs: 35 g
Fat: 14 g
Protein: 8 g