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Zippy Orzo Summer Salad Recipe

Zippy Orzo Summer Salad Recipe


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4.9 from 25 reviews

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and flavorful summer salad featuring orzo pasta, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and feta cheese tossed in a zesty herb dressing.


Ingredients

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Orzo Salad:

  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta

Veggies:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • ½ cup red bell pepper (chopped)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)

Herbs and Extras:

  • ⅓ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook Orzo: Cook the orzo until al dente, then rinse with cold water.
  2. Prepare Salad: Combine orzo, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, feta, parsley, and dill in a bowl.
  3. Make Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss and Chill: Pour dressing over salad, toss, and chill for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • This salad can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
  • For added protein, consider mixing in chickpeas or grilled chicken.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg