Gina's Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Gina's Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound orzo; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup olive oil; 2 lemons, juiced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 cups halved red and yellow cherry tomatoes; 1 cup slivered almonds, toasted; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 2 green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts); 2 tablespoons chiffonade fresh basil leaves; 2 tablespoons chiffonade fresh mint leaves; 5 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Servings: persons

1 pound orzo
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup olive oil
2 lemons, juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups halved red and yellow cherry tomatoes
1 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 small red onion, finely chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)
2 tablespoons chiffonade fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons chiffonade fresh mint leaves
5 ounces crumbled feta cheese

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat.
2
Add the orzo and cook until tender yet still firm, about 8 to 10 minutes.
3
Drain into a colander and let cool.
4
Whisk together the Dijon, olive oil, and lemon juice in a large serving bowl.
5
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6
Add the cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, almonds, red onion, green onions, basil, mint, and feta.
7
Toss together and taste for seasoning.
8
Add salt and pepper, if needed.
9
Serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound orzo, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 cup olive oil, 2 lemons, juiced, and more.

Yes, Gina's Orzo Salad falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Gina's Orzo Salad

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