Greek Orzo Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Orzo Salad is the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and vibrant seasonings. Featuring tender orzo pasta as the base, this dish is packed with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy crumbles of feta cheese, all tied together with a zesty homemade lemon-oregano dressing. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an herby touch, this salad is easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, making it a versatile option for meal prep, picnics, or light lunches. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing and satisfying dish that celebrates the bold, classic flavors of Greece.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Orzo pasta
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.75 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook for 8–10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, then transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and roughly chop the olives. Set aside.

Step 3

Crumble the feta cheese and finely chop the parsley. Add these to the mixing bowl with the cooked pasta.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Add the chopped vegetables to the mixing bowl with the pasta and feta. Pour the dressing over the top and toss everything until well coated.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to enhance the flavor.

Step 7

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1066.3 grams (1066.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2256

Total Fat 116.50g	149%
Saturated Fat 26.90g	135%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 100mg	33%
Sodium 3913mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 261.70g	95%
Dietary Fiber 28.60g	102%
Total Sugars 16.70g
Protein 57.70g	115%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 829mg	64%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 1011mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 45.0%