GREEK-ISH ORZO SALAD WITH CHICKPEAS, OLIVES, & CAPERS

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A simple pasta salad with loads of flavor, and hearty enough to stand in as a main dish. The perfect potluck salad - or stick some in a mason jar for an easy portable lunch!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 cups dry orzo pasta
1 15-ounce can chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
1/2 medium red onion (diced)
1/4 cup drained capers
1/2 cup sliced pitted kalamata olives
1/4 cup good extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey (or agave syrup*)
2 tablespoons diced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt + more to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper + more to taste

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package instructions. I like to salt the heck out of the water - once it tastes like ocean water, you're there!
  • Drain orzo and let cool.
  • Add orzo to a medium mixing bowl along with the remaining ingredients. Mix well. Yep, that easy! Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and, well, serve!
  • Keeps in a sealed container in the refrigerator for about 4 days.

Lillian Nkeiruka
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ms__PATHaN 5
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect summer dish.


Saroj Yadav
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the orzo and the chickpeas.


Nadeen Elsamad
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I've also added grilled chicken to this salad. It's a great way to add some extra protein.


chaplin ch
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This salad is also great as a make-ahead meal. I usually make it the night before and then let it chill in the refrigerator overnight. The flavors meld together and it tastes even better the next day.


Steven Ssemanda
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I've made this salad with both regular orzo and whole wheat orzo. I prefer the whole wheat orzo because it has a nuttier flavor.


Yourgay Salgado
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I'm not a huge fan of olives, but I love this salad. The olives add a nice salty flavor to the dish.


niko kiko
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo. I usually have some leftover from making soup or stew and this is a great way to use it up.


Jason Tojdowski
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added different ingredients to it each time I've made it and it's always turned out great.


Wahab Sheikh
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish to bring to a party or picnic.


Romello Newson
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Shahad Dokurugu
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Sumon Vai Official
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This salad is so flavorful and refreshing! I love the combination of the orzo, chickpeas, olives, capers, and feta. It's the perfect summer dish.


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