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    Orzo Salad

    June 29, 2022 by wellness sleuth

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    Looking for a new salad to try? This Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a delicious and healthy option that is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish. This salad is made with cooked orzo pasta, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley. It is then tossed in a simple lemon dressing.

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    The result is a flavorful and satisfying salad that is sure to become a new favorite. If you are looking for a bit more protein, you could add grilled chicken or shrimp. This salad can be enjoyed as is or served with some crusty bread. Give it a try today!

    A healthy and flavorful dish

    Orzo Salad is a popular dish that has its origins in the Mediterranean region. The salad is made with Orzo, a type of pasta that is shaped like a large grain of rice. The pasta is mixed with vegetables, Olives, feta cheese, and a dressing made with olive oil and vinegar. The salad can also be served with grilled chicken or fish.

    Orzo Salad is a healthy and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by everyone. The dish is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner and can be easily made ahead of time. The leftovers can also be reheated or eaten cold. Whether you are looking for a healthy dish to bring to a potluck or you want to try something new for your next meal, the Orzo Salad is sure to please.

    SIMPLE lemon dressing

    lemon dressing is a great way to add some extra flavor to your salad. To make a lemon dressing, you will need the following ingredients:

    • 1 lemon, juiced
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ¼ cup white vinegar
    • 1 clove of garlic, minced
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and whisk until everything is well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. This lemon dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. When you're ready to use it, simply give it a good shake or whisk until it's smooth again.

    Ingredients

    Making an Orzo Salad is a simple and healthy dish that can be enjoyed any time of year. The salad is made with orzo pasta, vegetables, and a variety of herbs and spices. To make the salad, you will need:

    • 1 cup of orzo pasta
    • 1 cup of cherry tomato, diced
    • ½ cucumber, diced
    • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
    • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 clove of garlic, minced
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 Roasted Red Bell Pepper
    • ½ cup of Green Olives
    • 8 ounces feta cheese, cubed.
    • 1 small red onion, finely chopped

    Optional:
    4 tablespoons parsley, well chopped

    Directions

    DIRECTIONS:
    This Orzo Salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic. The orzo pasta is tossed with diced tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a simple dressing of olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon. To make the salad, simply

    • Cook the orzo according to package directions.
    • Once it is cooked, drain it and rinse it with cold water.
    • In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo with the diced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, green olives, Kalamata olives, roasted red pepper, feta cheese, and lemon dressing.
    • Toss gently to combine.

    Serve at room temperature or chilled.
    Enjoy!

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    Orzo Salad


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    Looking for a new salad to try? This Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a delicious and healthy option that is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish. This salad is made with cooked orzo pasta, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and fresh parsley. It is then tossed in a simple lemon dressing.


    Ingredients

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      • 1 cup of orzo pasta
      • 1 cup of cherry tomato, diced
      • ½ cucumber, diced
     
      • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
      • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
      • 1 tablespoon olive oil
     
      • 1 clove of garlic, minced
      • ¼ teaspoon salt
      • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
     
      • 1 Roasted Red Bell Pepper
      • ½ cup of Green Olives
      • 8 ounces feta cheese, cubed.
     
    • 1 small red onion, finely chopped

    Optional:
    4 tablespoons parsley, well chopped

     


    Instructions

    DIRECTIONS:
    This Orzo Salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer picnic. The orzo pasta is tossed with diced tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a simple dressing of olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon. To make the salad, simply

     
      • Cook the orzo according to package directions.
      • Once it is cooked, drain it and rinse it with cold water.
      • In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo with the diced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, green olives, Kalamata olives, roasted red pepper, feta cheese, and lemon dressing.
     
    • Toss gently to combine.

    Serve at room temperature or chilled.

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