greek orzo salad

This greek&nbsp;orzo salad is made with cucumbers, chickpeas, tomatoes, red onion, feta and herbs, all tossed in a herb dressing. A simple yet hearty pasta salad that can be served as a main course or side dish.

Orzo Salad

pasta

cucumber (diced)

cherry tomatoes (halved)

chickpeas

red onion

feta cheese (crumbled)

parsley

olive oil

lemon juice

red wine vinegar

Dijon mustard

garlic powder

oregano

salt and pepper

Place the orzo pasta, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, red onion, parsley and feta cheese in a large bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, oregano and salt and pepper.

Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture. Toss to coat, then serve.

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This Greek orzo salad is made with cucumbers, chickpeas, tomatoes, red onion, feta and herbs, all tossed in a herb dressing. A simple yet hearty pasta salad that can be served as a main course or side dish.

This herby orzo salad is a crowd favorite, bursting with Greek flavors from fresh dill and mint, to feta cheese and tangy lemon.

Greek Orzo Salad Recipe

orzo pasta (1 1/4 cup dry)

chickpeas,

lemon, juice and zest (about 2 tablespoons juice)

shallot onion

English cucumber (2 cups diced,

red peppers

dill,

mint

white wine vinegar

feta cheese crumbles

Kalamata olives, halved

Black pepper

Prepare the orzo according to the package instructions. Taste the orzo a few minutes before completion to ensure it’s ‘al dente’ (chewy, but with a little firmness in the center). When it’s done, drain it and then rinse it under cold water until it comes to room temperature.

Place the chickpeas in a bowl with the lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.

Mince the red onion, then place it in a bowl with water (this helps to remove the sharp onion taste). Dice the cucumber. Dice the roasted red pepper. Chop the herbs.

Stir together the orzo, chickpeas and bowl of lemon juice, red onion, cucumber, red pepper, dill, mint, white wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, feta crumbles, black olives, and several grinds of black pepper. Taste and if necessary, season with more kosher salt.

This Greek orzo salad is a fun spin on the traditional Greek salad with the addition of orzo pasta and grilled zucchini. Use the best of the summer produce for maximum taste!

Greek Orzo Salad with Grilled Zucchini

tbsp white wine vinegar

olive oil (extra virgin)

garlic (small, crushed)

salt and pepper (to taste)

orzo

zucchini (small baby zucchini)

100 grams/1 cup cherry tomatoes (mixed colours if possible)

grams/1/3c feta cheese (crumbled)

chives

tbsp fresh mint (chopped)

tbsp/1/4cup kalamata olives

salt (to taste)

In a mason jar combine all ingredients, put a lid on and shake to combine.&nbsp;

For the dressing

Cook the orzo in a pot of boiling and salted water according to package instructions.&nbsp;

While the orzo is cooking, cut the baby zucchini in half and grill for 3 minutes on each side. (If using a regular size zucchini, cut it in 1 inch thick slices.&nbsp;

Drain the orzo and dress with the vinaigrette while hot, set aside to cool.&nbsp;

When the orzo is at room temperature add sliced grilled zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced chives, chopped mint and olives. Gently toss the ingredients to combine, taste and add more salt if needed.

Cool in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld. Serve as a side dish or a vegetarian main.&nbsp;

For the Greek Orzo Salad

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My Greek orzo salad with grilled zucchini and oregano vinaigrette is a light and vibrant dinner option. This orzo salad is both filling and delicious.

This Greek Orzo Salad has all the Mediterranean flavors you love!&nbsp; Juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy olives and feta cheese in a zippy lemon vinaigrette.&nbsp;

Greek Orzo Salad

lemon

oregano (fresh, finely chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried)

salt

black pepper

orzo (dried)

kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)

red onions (thinly sliced)

cucumbers (seeded and thinly sliced)

Prepare the vinaigrette in a large bowl by whisking together the zest from one lemon, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt and pepper.&nbsp;

Dice or thinly slice red onion and add to bowl.&nbsp;

Cook orzo according to directions and drain and rinse under cool water.&nbsp;

Seed and thinly slice cucumbers, halve cherry tomatoes and slice kalamata olives.&nbsp;

Add pasta to bowl with vinaigrette and toss to combine.&nbsp;

Add cucumbers, tomatoes and olives to bowl and toss to combine.&nbsp; Taste and adjust seasoning.&nbsp;

Serve topped with crumbled feta cheese.&nbsp;

You&#039;ll love this easy orzo salad loaded with chopped veggies, fresh herbs and other Mediterranean favorites. Tossed in a bold lemony dressing. For the best flavor, dress the Mediterranean orzo salad while the orzo is still a little warm. Pasta that hasn&#039;t cooled completely will drink up the dressing really well. And allow the salad to sit for at least a few minutes (or up to an hour in the fridge) for the flavors to meld before serving.

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

dry orzo pasta

grape or cherry tomatoes, (halved)

green onions, (trimmed and chopped (both white and green parts))

green bell pepper, (seeds removed, chopped)

½ cup packed chopped fresh dill, (about 0.5 ounces)

¼ cup sliced pitted kalamata olives, (about 1 ounce)

capers

Feta cheese, (to your liking)

lemon, (zested and juiced)

extra virgin olive oil

garlic clove, (minced)

Cook the orzo pasta according package instructions (mine took about 8 minutes). Drain and cool briefly.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grape tomatoes, green onions, bell peppers, parsley, dill, olives and capers (hold the feta for now). Add the orzo pasta.

Make the dressing. In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, oregano and a good pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk to combine.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined and the orzo pasta is well coated with the dressing.

Top with pieces of creamy feta cheese. Cover and refrigerate for a bit before serving.

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This easy Mediterranean orzo salad recipe is loaded with crunchy veggies and fresh herbs and dressed with a light lemony dressing you’ll love.

Mediterranean Orzo Salad Recipe

Greek Orzo Salad with feta cheese is one of those super simple dishes that take just so little effort to prepare! Short cooking time, little preparation and you will have a delicious light meal or side dish in 30'!

Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)

water

orzo (1 3/4 cups)

cherry tomatoes (14 oz)

English cucumber

Kalamata olives

fresh basil leaves (1 oz)

fresh dill (1/2 oz)

tbsp extra virgin olive oil

tsp red wine vinegar

cubed feta (6 oz)

To prepare this delicious Greek orzo salad recipe, start with cooking the orzo pasta. Boil the water in the kettle. At the same time heat the olive oil over a medium high heat in a large saucepan. Once the oil is shimmering, add the orzo and cook, stirring often until the orzo starts to color. Fill the pan with boiling water, stir in a of teaspoon of salt and cook the orzo for 10-12 minutes, until just tender and al-dente.

Drain the orzo and rinse under a cold tap until the water running out the pasta runs clear. Set aside to drain away any excess water, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta sticking to each other.

Meanwhile, quarter the cherry tomatoes, peel and finely chop the onion and the cucumber, and quarter the olives.

Transfer the cooked orzo to a large bowl and stir in the salad vegetables. Roughly chop the fresh herbs and add those too.

To make the dressing, in a small bowl combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, lemon zest, and a generous amount of salt and pepper. Stir this into the orzo mixture.

Add the cubed feta and stir carefully, making sure the cheese pieces don’t break up too much. Season to taste with more salt and pepper, if needed, and leave to stand in the fridge for roughly an hour before serving to allow the orzo to soak up the dressing. Enjoy!

Get a taste of the Mediterranean with this delicious Greek Orzo Salad! Created with tender orzo pasta, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and refreshing cucumbers, it&#39;s the perfect side dish or main course for any summer meal. It is easy to make and packed with flavor.

½ C. Orzo pasta uncooked

tomatoes

Canned artichoke hearts (reserve the liquid)

Red onion chopped

Cucumber

C. Feta crumbled

Lemon juice

¼ C. Fresh parsley chopped

Oregano

Lemon pepper

Cook the Orzo pasta in boiling water for 8-10 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool down completely.

Add the cooled pasta and the remaining ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.

Drizzle reserve liquid from the canned artichokes over the mixture and toss to incorporate well.

Serve immediately or chill before serving if desired.

Enjoy!

A delicious easy Greek Orzo Salad. This is a fantastic make-ahead recipe for any time of year. Even better made a day ahead.  Greek-inspired flavors top the pasta and veggie salad. Perfect for lunch, picnics, side for burgers, gyros.

Easy Greek Orzo Salad Recipe

orzo pasta

English cucumber, chopped

any color bell pepper, seeded and diced

red onion,

½ cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (Note 3)

kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

feta cheese

garlic,

Tablespoons red wine vinegar

salt and ground black pepper,

Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Let pasta cool.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled orzo, diced cucumbers, bell pepper, diced red onion, grape tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese.

Mix in the Greek Lemon Vinaigrette,( recipe below) combine well.

Refrigerate for at least an hour, up to overnight to blend flavors.

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Taste for seasoning, re-season if needed.

Serve over the orzo salad.

Greek Vinaigrette

This salad has all the Greek flavors I love! And you have great suggestions for add ons. This orzo salad will be on our weekly rotation this summer. Thank you for the great recipe.

This Greek Orzo salad looks perfect! I   love all the delicious flavors and ingredients, this will be great for summer picnics for sure!

Any recipe with the word Greek in it has my attention. This is a gorgeous salad and we love it here! The mix of flavors is fresh and delicious, and I also love the lemon tahini dressing you mention. Can't wait to try that one too.

I love orzo salad! It's easy to make, filling, and perfect for any Summer party! Want to try your version this weekend, it looks delicious!

Mmmm I LOVE Orzo so much and this salad looks scrumptious! I bet this would be awesome as a main dish with shrimp or chicken! Adding this to my meal plan for sure!

This salad is just too good. Love the amount of healthy ingredients and I bet the taste goes through the roof!

Love orzo and the flavor combo you have used in this dish.  Perfect recipe for summer.  Yum!

Saving this recipe to make this summer for sure! Love that I can make it ahead of time too! Thanks for sharing:)

I love orzo pasta and pasta salads so this is a must try recipe. It seems super simple and easy to make for a summer bbq :) Thank you!

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