Best 7 Orzo Salad With Spinach And Feta Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Orzo Salad with Spinach and Feta, a vibrant and refreshing dish that will tantalize your taste buds. This flavorful salad combines the goodness of orzo pasta, tender baby spinach, tangy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and a zesty dressing for a delightful and nutritious meal. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal side dish for your next barbecue or potluck, or a satisfying main course for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. This versatile salad can be customized to your liking, with endless variations and substitutions to suit your dietary preferences. Dive into the culinary adventure and discover the joy of a wholesome and delicious meal with our Orzo Salad with Spinach and Feta.

Additional Recipes Included:

1. **Orzo Salad with Roasted Vegetables**: Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and colorful dish. Featuring roasted vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli, this salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures.

2. **Lemon Orzo Salad**: Experience the refreshing taste of this zesty lemon orzo salad. Bursting with the brightness of lemon and herbs, this salad is a perfect accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken.

3. **Mediterranean Orzo Salad**: Embark on a culinary journey with this flavorful Mediterranean-inspired salad. Combining the goodness of orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, feta cheese, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a feast for the senses.

4. **Greek Orzo Salad**: Delight in the classic flavors of Greece with this traditional Greek orzo salad. Featuring a medley of orzo pasta, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and feta cheese, this salad is a staple of Greek cuisine.

5. **Spinach and Orzo Salad with Creamy Feta Dressing**: Enjoy the richness of this creamy feta dressing in a delicious spinach and orzo salad. With its creamy, tangy, and slightly salty flavor, this dressing elevates the salad to a new level of indulgence.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEDITERRANEAN ORZO SALAD



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You'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'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.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cup dry orzo pasta
1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, (halved)
2 green onions, (trimmed and chopped (both white and green parts))
½ green bell pepper, (seeds removed, chopped)
1 cup packed chopped fresh parsley, (about 1 ½ ounces)
½ cup packed chopped fresh dill, (about 0.5 ounces)
¼ cup sliced pitted kalamata olives, (about 1 ounce)
2 teaspoons capers
Feta cheese, (to your liking)
1 lemon, (zested and juiced)
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, (minced)
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Sodium 39.4 mg, Fiber 2.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SPINACH ORZO SALAD



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This incredibly tasty salad couldn't be any easier to put together, and since it feeds a bunch, you won't have to double the recipe for potlucks or picnics. Chill it for about an hour to bring out all the fresh flavors. Donna Bardocz - Howell, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) orzo pasta
6 ounces fresh baby spinach (about 8 cups), finely chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3/4 cup reduced-fat balsamic vinaigrette
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain ozo; rinse with cold water and drain well., In a large bowl, combine spinach, onion, cheese and orzo. Mix vinaigrette, basil and pepper; toss gently with spinach mixture. Refrigerate until serving. Stir in pine nuts just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 279mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SPINACH WITH ORZO AND FETA



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The classic combination of spinach and feta cheese pair well with orzo (rice-shaped pasta).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound orzo
1 pound chopped trimmed spinach
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook orzo according to package instructions. Stir in spinach until wilted. Drain.
  • In a large bowl, toss hot spinach and pasta with mint, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil. Season with coarse salt and ground pepper.

SPINACH AND ORZO SALAD



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A light, easy-to-make salad that's pleasing to the palate.

Provided by Christine R.

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta
1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach leaves, finely chopped
½ pound crumbled feta cheese
½ red onion, finely chopped
¾ cup pine nuts
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ cup olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.5 calories, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 15.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 349.2 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

ORZO SALAD WITH PEPPERS AND FETA



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Piperade, a classic Basque dish of stewed peppers, onions and tomatoes, becomes a flavorful sauce for this pasta. Colorful bell peppers simmer in olive oil and aromatics until meltingly soft, and juicy tomatoes simmer alongside until they burst, lending both tangy and sweet notes. Briny feta adds salty bites to complement the sweet pepper sauce, but tart aged goat cheese makes a good alternative. This side is even better at room temperature, making it the perfect make-ahead dish for summer picnics or potlucks.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, pastas, salads and dressings, main course, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 10 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound orzo
Kosher salt and pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 cups)
3 large or 4 medium red, yellow or orange bell peppers (about 1 1/4 pounds), cored, seeded and chopped into ½-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
1 fresh thyme sprig
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 medium tomato, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish
4 ounces feta cheese, thinly sliced or crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook orzo in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta, pressing out excess liquid. Spread out on a baking sheet to cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add onion, bell peppers and thyme, and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomato and cook, stirring occasionally, until broken down and juices release, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the reserved pasta water and stir to scrape up any browned bits at the bottom of the skillet. Transfer vegetable mixture to a large bowl to cool slightly to lukewarm, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to speed up the cooling process. Discard thyme sprig.
  • Add cooled orzo, lemon juice, basil and cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Mix well, then transfer to a large serving bowl or platter. Garnish with more basil.

ORZO SALAD WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Make and share this Orzo Salad With Spinach and Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Columbus Foodie

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 fresh garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 lb orzo pasta, cooked until al dente and cooled
15 kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/2 cup red onion, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
8 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
6 ounces feta cheese, cubed

Steps:

  • Whisk the vinegar, garlic, and pepper together. Slowly add olive oil until it begins to thicken and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl toss pasta, olives, onions, celery, spinach, nuts, and feta cheese until fully combined.
  • Pour vinaigrette over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are covered. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
  • Tip: toast pine nuts on a baking sheet in a 350 degree oven or in a non stick sauté pan over medium heat until golden brown. Be careful not to burn.

ONE-PAN ORZO WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Similar to spanakorizo, a Greek spinach and rice dish, this easy, meatless meal features orzo, spinach, peas and scallions. It is deeply satisfying but still on the lighter side of pasta recipes, thanks to all those vegetables. A little feta gives it creaminess and tang, while some lemon zest brightens everything up. It makes a complete meal on its own, or, if you're looking for something more substantial, serve this as a hearty side dish to roasted meats or fish.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, easy, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 large scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 large garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces baby spinach leaves (8 cups), coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 3/4 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable stock
1 cup orzo
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
3/4 cup crumbled feta (3 ounces), plus more for garnish
1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed (optional)
1 cup chopped fresh dill, or use parsley or cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium, then melt butter, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in about three-quarters of the scallions (saving some of the green parts for garnish) and garlic, and cook until softened, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in spinach, adding in batches if it doesn't all fit in the pan at once, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in stock and bring to a simmer. Stir in orzo, lemon zest and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat until orzo is nearly cooked through and most of the liquid is absorbed, 10 to 14 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  • Stir in cheese, peas (if you like) and dill, cover the pan, and cook for another 1 minute, to finish cooking and warm the peas. To serve, sprinkle with more cheese and the reserved scallions.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor. Fresh vegetables, herbs, and cheese will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the orzo. It should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Let the salad cool slightly before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together.
  • Feel free to experiment with different variations of this salad. Add other vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, or bell peppers. Or, try different cheeses, such as mozzarella or Parmesan.

Conclusion:

This orzo salad with spinach and feta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new salad recipe, give this one a try.

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