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Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Cost $10, save $12

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 35 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta

    • 🍝 ½ (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
  • Vegetables

    • 🍅 ½ pint cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 🧅 ½ cup diced red onion
    • 🥒 1 cup diced cucumber
  • Olives & Cheese

    • 1 cup pitted Mediterranean olives, cut in half
    • 🧀 1 cup finely diced Asiago cheese
  • Herbs & Spices

    • 🧄 1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh garlic
    • 🌿 ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
    • 🌿 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Vinaigrette

    • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • ½ cup red wine vinegar
    • 🍋 ½ lemon, juiced

STEPS

1

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 9 minutes. Drain well. Rinse with cold water and drain well again.

2

Combine orzo, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, olives, and Asiago cheese in a large bowl.

3

To make the vinaigrette: Whisk garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl; drizzle over orzo mixture and toss lightly to combine. Add basil and parsley and mix well.

4

Let sit for 20 minutes for flavors to blend, stirring occasionally.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

418

Calories

  • 11
    Protein
  • 35
    Carbs
  • 27
    Fats

💡 For a lighter option, reduce the amount of Asiago cheese or use a low-fat alternative.This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a non-vegetarian version of this dish.Use whole wheat orzo to increase the fiber content and make it more filling.