Mediterranean Orzo Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 lemon, juiced; 1 clove garlic, minced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 12 ounces orzo pasta; One 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained.; 1 1/2 cups red grape or cherry tomatoes; 1 1/2 cups yellow grape or cherry tomatoes; 1 1/2 cups kalamata olives, halved; 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese, plus more for topping; 3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus more for topping; 1 red onion, diced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
1 clove garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces orzo pasta
One 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained.
1 1/2 cups red grape or cherry tomatoes
1 1/2 cups yellow grape or cherry tomatoes
1 1/2 cups kalamata olives, halved
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese, plus more for topping
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, plus more for topping
1 red onion, diced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
For the dressing: In a jar or bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic and some salt and pepper until totally combined.
2
For the salad: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the orzo according to the package directions.
3
Drain and let cool.
4
Place the orzo, chickpeas, red and yellow tomatoes, olives, feta, parsley and onions in a large mixing bowl and pour the dressing over the top.
5
Stir to combine and taste; add salt and pepper if needed.
6
Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.
7
Top with more feta and parsley and serve as a main dish salad or with grilled chicken, fish or burgers!

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 lemon, juiced, 1 clove garlic, minced, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean 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.

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

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