Perfect Greek Orzo Salad

Christine's Yellow Kitchen's Note:

An irresistibly refreshing and delicious combination of classic Greek ingredients and orzo pasta.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 7

• 1 lb orzo pasta
• 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced into large pieces
• 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 8 ounces black olives, sliced
• 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons parsley, well chopped

Dressing

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 3/4 tablespoon oregano
• 1/4 tablespoon salt

Directions:

1. In large bowl, combine cucumber, feta, black olives, tomatoes & parsley.
2. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo as directed on box. Drain and rinse with water to cool. Return pasta to pot (pot should be cooled down). Mix cucumber mixture into orzo.
3. Whisk together dressing ingredients and to orzo. Mix well to combine. Refrigerate.

Reviews

[Gran Dee]

This was well received at our knitting pot luck. I used 1 1/2 cups of orzo and it made plenty. Next time I will add some crushed garlic to the dressing. Thanks for posting.

[AHoff08]

This was a delicious light and fresh tasting salad. I added about 1/4 cup of fresh dill. I'll be making this again and again. Thanks for posting!

[Chef SummerB]

This is the best Greek salad I have ever tasted. All of the flavors blend together perfectly. It makes a great side dish - or main course. It never lasts very long when I make it!! Thanks, Christine! Can't wait to see more of your recipes.