Orzo salad easy to make and very different طرز تهیه سالاد بسیار ساده و خوشمزه

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

cherry tomatoes

🥗Healthier: grape tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned diced tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are budget-friendly and have a similar taste.

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen veggies are often cheaper and have a long shelf life.

Fill a pot with water and add some salt, then bring it to a boil.

Once boiling, add the orzo and a little olive oil, cooking for about 6-8 minutes until done.

After cooking, drain the orzo and rinse it with cold water, then sprinkle a little olive oil on top to prevent sticking.

In a serving bowl, combine the cooked orzo with diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped black olives, diced red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.

Prepare the dressing by mixing minced garlic, fresh oregano (or dried), Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, red wine vinegar (3 tablespoons), and olive oil (3-4 tablespoons).

Add the dressing to the salad and mix well to ensure everything is coated.

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Serve the salad as a complete appetizer or as a side dish.

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