SUMMER ORZO SALAD

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Simple salad is wonderful by itself or with some tuna for a simple salad lunch. Recipe being submitted for RSC7 as a salad entree.

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup orzo pasta
1/2 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar (or red wine vinegar)
1 green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons capers, drained and rinsed
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup kalamata olive, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes, halved)
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook psta in boiling water for five minutes, add green beans to pasta and cook for 5 minutes longer. Drain. Put pasta and green beans in salad bowl and toss with oil and vinegar.
  • Add green pepper, capers, garlic and olives to pasta and toss.
  • Add tomatoes and feta chesse and toss.
  • Refrigerate before serving.
  • ***This makes a good salad lunch when tossed with 1 small can (6 1/2 ounces) white tuna (drained and flaked).

Joseph Wright
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This is the best orzo salad I've ever had. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Teresa Lane
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add some grilled chicken or shrimp to mine.


ABIMBOLA COMFORT
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have some leftover veggies in my fridge and this salad is a great way to use them up.


Summer Sixx
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It's easy to transport and it held up well in the heat.


Intcar Koudi
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the orzo, vegetables, and feta cheese.


Aftab marwat
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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.


xxArielxx Google
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This orzo salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


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


MD Sayed Mondol
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This recipe is a keeper! The orzo salad was delicious and refreshing. I especially liked the addition of the lemon-tahini dressing.


Hima Ale
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This orzo salad was a hit at my summer barbecue! I loved the combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and feta cheese. It was also really easy to make, which was a bonus.


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