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Mediterranean orzo salad with tomatoes, olives, feta and herbs.
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Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Orzo pasta is tossed with tomatoes, red pepper, olives and spinach and a simple balsamic vinaigrette for a light, healthy salad you can prepare in no time.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 360kcal
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces orzo pasta
  • 1 yellow or red pepper diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives chopped
  • 1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta crumbles
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • Salt & pepper to taste
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Instructions

  • Cook 16 ounces orzo pasta according to package directions. Rinse with cold water and drain.
  • In a large bowl, toss pasta with chopped 1 yellow or red pepper, c1 cup cherry tomatoes, o1/2 cup kalamata olives, 1 cup fresh spinach, ba1/2 cup fresh basil and 1/2 cup feta crumbles Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil and 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar. Pour over pasta vegetable mixture and stir to combine. Chill before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 203IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg