Macrina'S Orzo Salad With Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Ba

Name: Macrina'S Orzo Salad With Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Basil And Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup walnut halves; 1 cucumber; 1 red bell pepper; 1 yellow bell pepper; kosher salt; 1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and halved; 1/2 cup diced scallion; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley; 1 1/4 cups crumbled feta cheese; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1/3 cup lemon vinaigrette; LEMON VINAIGRETTE; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar; 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon honey; 1 tablespoon lemon zest, freshly grated; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 cup walnut halves
1 cucumber
1 red bell pepper
1 yellow bell pepper
kosher salt
1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and halved
1/2 cup diced scallion
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 1/4 cups crumbled feta cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/3 cup lemon vinaigrette
LEMON VINAIGRETTE
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 tablespoon lemon zest, freshly grated
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1
SALAD.
2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
3
Spread the walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet and toast on the center rack of the oven for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
4
Let cool, then coarsely chop and set aside.
5
Peel and core the cucumber and cut it into 1/2-inch cubes.
6
Core the red and yellow peppers and cut them into 1/2-inch-square pieces.
7
Set aside.
8
Fill a large saucepan two-thirds full of water.
9
Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
10
Drop in the pasta and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender.
11
Remove the pan from the heat and drain the pasta in a colander, then cool the pasta by running cold tap water over the colander for a few minutes.
12
Shake the colander to remove excess water and transfer the cooled pasta to a medium bowl.
13
Toss with the olive oil to keep the pasta from sticking together.
14
Add the toasted walnuts, cucumbers, peppers, olives, scallions, basil, parsley and feta.
15
Drizzle in the Lemon Vinaigrette and toss well.
16
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
17
Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
18
LEMON VINAIGRETTE yield: 1 1/4 cups.
19
Combine all the ingredients except the olive oil in a medium bowl.
20
Mix well with a whisk.
21
Add the oil in a slow stream, whisking as you pour.
22
Continue whisking until the dressing has emulsified, then cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

1417

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup walnut halves, 1 cucumber, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Macrina'S Orzo Salad With Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Basil And Feta 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.

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Macrina'S Orzo Salad With Cucumber, Bell Pepper, Basil And Feta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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