Description
Looking for a quick and vibrant side dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or busy weeknights? The Quick Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad – Homefoodkitchen is your solution! This delightful salad features colorful ingredients like ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy feta, all tossed together with a zesty dressing. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s not only delicious but also versatile enough to serve as a refreshing side at barbecues or as a light main course. With its nutritious blend of vegetables and whole grains, this salad is the ideal addition to any meal. Make it ahead of time to let the flavors meld together beautifully!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups orzo
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 2 cups diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup finely diced red onion
- 1/2 cup olives
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
- 1.5 tbsp dill
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Cook orzo in salted boiling water until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and rinse.
- While orzo cooks, dice tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onion; combine in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add cooked orzo to the vegetable mixture along with olives, feta cheese, and dill. Drizzle dressing over the top and toss gently.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg