Greek Orzo Artichoke Salad

Bright, zesty, and full of Mediterranean flair, this Greek Orzo Artichoke Salad is a vibrant dish perfect for any occasion. Tender orzo pasta serves as the base, complemented by tangy marinated artichoke hearts, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny kalamata olives, and salty crumbled feta cheese. Tossed in a refreshing homemade dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and aromatic oregano, every bite bursts with authentic Greek flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this salad is as quick as it is flavorful, making it an ideal option for meal prep, potlucks, or a light and satisfying lunch. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.75 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, then set aside.

Step 2

While the orzo cooks, prepare the vegetables. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and roughly chop the marinated artichoke hearts and kalamata olives.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, artichoke hearts, olives, feta cheese, and chopped parsley.

Step 4

To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.

Step 6

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice, if needed.

Step 7

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1407.1 grams (1407.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362

Total Fat 146.30g	188%
Saturated Fat 39.20g	196%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 150mg	50%
Sodium 5467mg	238%
Total Carbohydrate 214.70g	78%
Dietary Fiber 34.80g	124%
Total Sugars 22.50g
Protein 60.50g	121%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1301mg	100%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 1963mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 35.5%