Ingredients
• 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
• Step 1: Cook the orzo according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool completely.
• Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
• Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Step 4: Pour the vinaigrette over the orzo and vegetable mixture, tossing gently to coat evenly.
• Step 5: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley and basil over the top, and gently mix to incorporate.
• Step 6: Refrigerate the Mediterranean Orzo Salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
• Step 7: Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy the vibrant, refreshing flavors of the Mediterranean!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Chilling Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: Americans
Keywords: Mediterranean Orzo Salad