Greek Orzo Pasta Salad/ How To make it very EASY and Yummy| Gelli S.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Cottage cheese provides a lower-fat option while ricotta is more budget-friendly.

kalamata olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Green olives are lower in calories, while black olives are often less expensive.

Cut the ham into small pieces.

Chop the red onion and green onion, using only the leaves.

Chop the carrots and cucumber.

Cut the broccoli into small pieces.

Chop the tomato and bell pepper, using only part of the bell pepper due to its size.

Boil water in a pot and add extra virgin olive oil and a little salt.

Add the orzo pasta to the boiling water and cook until done.

Drain the orzo pasta and add a little extra virgin olive oil to prevent sticking.

Let the orzo cool down completely before mixing with other ingredients.

In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, chopped vegetables, and ham.

Add mayonnaise to the mixture, adjusting the amount based on preference.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, keeping in mind the saltiness of the ham.

Mix everything together until well combined.

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