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Greek-Style Orzo and Feta Salad

A light and hearty salad made with orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and crumbled feta cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

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