MEDITERRANEAN SUMMER SALAD

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With pasta added, this gives a nice twist to the typical Greek salad. Be sure to use good-quality feta cheese, as it really makes a difference in flavor and creaminess.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces orzo pasta
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup greek olives such as kalamata olive, pitted and halved
4 ounces feta cheese, broken into large chunks
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, pine nuts, olives, feta, and spinach.
  • Add cooked orzo.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste; toss with salad.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 13.4, Sodium 240.5, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 7.2

Stephans Mubalama
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Prabin Shrestha
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This salad is delicious! The combination of the sweet fruit and the salty feta is perfect.


jaba mtavrishvili
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Radha Gc
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect summer salad.


zeldris commandment of piety
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Gaming With Baized
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This salad is delicious! The combination of the sweet fruit and the salty feta is perfect.


Ali Awais
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


gagoz kui
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This salad is perfect for a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


Joshua Willis
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one was really good. The dressing was light and flavorful, and the fruit and vegetables were fresh and crisp.


Lia Rose
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This salad is so good! I love the combination of the sweet and salty flavors.


Babatunde Odumosu
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was delicious! I used fresh fruit and vegetables from my garden, and the dressing was perfect.


Anthony Aklasu
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This salad is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Najmul Haque
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I love this salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Malik Shani
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I've made it several times already and it's always a hit.


Jayson Naidoo
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Princes Mia
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of the sweet fruit, salty feta, and tangy dressing. It's the perfect summer salad.


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