ORZO AND SPINACH SALAD

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The dressing is what makes this orzo salad recipe special. If you taste it on its own, it seems strong and tangy. But once it's combined with the orzo and other ingredients, magic happens. From the spicy taste of cumin to the minty taste of thyme, you can taste each spice. This salad is cool and full of Mediterranean flavors....

Provided by Grace Pulley

Categories     Pasta Salads

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 lb orzo pasta, uncooked
1 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1/2 c olive oil, extra virgin
3 Tbsp white wine vinegar
3 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
1 tsp coarse ground black pepper
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 pinch dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp ground cumin
3 oz fresh spinach leaves, washed and torn into bite-size pieces
1 red bell peppper, chopped
1/2 c Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/2 c scallions, minced
2 tsp capers, rinsed and drained
3 Tbsp Feta cheese, crumbled
3 Tbsp pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • 1. Cook orzo 8 to 10 minutes or al dente. Rinse briefly in cold water, drain and add to a large bowl.
  • 2. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • 3. Prepare the dressing by combining the remaining oil through cumin, whisking until smooth.
  • 4. Toss with orzo.
  • 5. Add spinach, pepper, olives, scallions, and capers. At this point, salad can be refrigerated for several hours.
  • 6. At serving time, add crumbled Feta cheese and pine nuts.

DragonWolf
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This is the best orzo salad I've ever had!


Mwinyi “Warsame” Bwika
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this salad again.


Hamdam Madiyarov
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This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced.


Lance Mireles
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious salad. I would definitely recommend it.


Peter Blessing
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I love this salad! It's so light and refreshing.


Mohammad Sahed
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I usually make it on Sunday and then eat it for lunch throughout the week.


FF Fahim. YT
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Ramesh Dc
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


David Jr
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved this salad! The dressing really brings out the flavor of the spinach.


naimul houqe
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


rana Mutaqeem
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo. I always have a bag of orzo in my pantry, so this is a go-to recipe for me.


Farhan Mohd
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This salad is so versatile! I've made it with different types of cheese, nuts, and vegetables, and it's always delicious.


Tehseen Khokar
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Rock younow
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This salad was just okay. The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste.


Vince Combs
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


G M King
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. I love the addition of the spinach and feta cheese.


Bobby Davis
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This salad was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I'll definitely be making it again.


Puspa P
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I'm not usually a fan of orzo, but this salad changed my mind. The orzo was cooked perfectly and had a nice bite to it.


Sheron Druw
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This orzo and spinach salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of flavors and textures was spot-on, with the tangy feta and lemon dressing perfectly complementing the tender orzo and earthy spinach.


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