GREEK ORZO SALAD

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Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta,,which I'm sure you will enjoy, if you've never tried it. This is wonderful for a nice summer evening. 1

Provided by Crabbycakes

Categories     Greek

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup orzo pasta (1/2 lb)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
10 -15 grape tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup black olives, preferably kalamata,pitted and halved
1/2 cup bottled greek vinaigrette dressing (or homemade)
1/2 cup scallion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan of lightly salted, (add tsp olive oil, if desired) boiling water, cook orzo until al dente, about 8 minutes.
  • Pour into colander and rise under cold running water.
  • Drain well.
  • Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine orzo with feta,cucumber,bell pepper, tomatoes, and olives.
  • Pour dressing over salad, toss gently to combine, and sprinkle with scallions on top.

Mbabazi Aminah
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!


Abdullah Shehzad
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's easy to make and it travels well.


umer naseer
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of orzo, vegetables, and feta cheese. It's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.


Ytheguygaming Videos
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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this salad changed my mind. The orzo is cooked perfectly and the dressing is amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Rafiq Aryan
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I had some leftover zucchini, tomatoes, and cucumbers, and this salad was the perfect way to use them up. It's healthy and delicious!


Nicole Speer
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I even had people asking for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Fabian Noueihed
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This salad is delicious! The flavors are so well balanced and the dressing is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Tamlal Tamang
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The dressing is amazing and the vegetables are perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Reeta Chandu
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, picnics, and even just a weeknight dinner. It's always a hit.


Muhumuza Jordan
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I've made this salad many times and it's always a hit. I love the combination of flavors and textures. The dressing is simple but really tasty. I usually add a bit of extra feta cheese because I love it so much.


Ahmad Zahrah
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This Greek orzo salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer gathering. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The dressing is tangy and light, and the vegetables are crisp and flavorful. I will definitely


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