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Olive Orzo Salad

Salad

4 servings
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 11 cup orzo pasta
  • 21 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 31/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 41/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 51/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 61/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 71/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 83 tbsp olive oil
  • 92 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 101 clove garlic, minced
  • 11Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1

Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool.

2

In a large bowl, combine cooled orzo, tomatoes, olives, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.

3

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, and minced garlic.

4

Pour dressing over orzo mixture and toss gently.

5

Stir in fresh parsley.

6

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Can be made ahead and refrigerated.

💡 Chef's Tips

  • • Use fresh ingredients from Charleston Discount Grocery for the best results
  • • Don't skip the prep work - mise en place makes cooking easier
  • • Taste as you go and adjust seasonings to your preference
  • • Most of these recipes can be made ahead and reheated