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Mediterranean Orzo Salad Recipe

A refreshing and easy-to-make Mediterranean Orzo Salad, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Orzo uncooked
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup Cucumber diced
  • ¼ cup Red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • ¼ cup Feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano. Pour over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Mediterranean, Orzo, Salad
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