Greek Orzo Pasta

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Orzo Pasta recipe is the perfect fusion of simplicity and sophistication. Featuring tender orzo tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta, this salad is a light yet satisfying dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes. A zesty homemade vinaigrette, made with extra virgin olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and fragrant oregano, ties everything together, making every bite a harmonious celebration of flavors. This easy-to-make pasta salad is versatile enough to be served as a flavorful side dish, a light lunch, or even a potluck favorite. Perfectly balanced, this recipe is a must for fans of Greek cuisine and anyone craving a vibrant, summery meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to the package instructions (approximately 8-10 minutes) until al dente. Drain the pasta and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber into small pieces, thinly slice the red onion, and roughly chop the kalamata olives.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled orzo, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.

Step 5

Pour the vinaigrette over the orzo mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Garnish with fresh parsley and give the salad one final mix.

Step 7

Serve the Greek Orzo Pasta salad immediately, or refrigerate for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1071.7 grams (1071.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2210

Total Fat 111.80g	143%
Saturated Fat 28.90g	144%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 4352mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 261.20g	95%
Dietary Fiber 24.70g	88%
Total Sugars 18.30g
Protein 59.90g	120%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 797mg	61%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 1041mg	22%

*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: 43.9%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 45.6%