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Orzo Salad with Vegetables and Feta Cheese

Cultural Context

Orzo salad, a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, showcases the region's vibrant vegetables and tangy feta cheese. Traditionally served as a side dish, it's perfect for gatherings and potlucks, embodying the spirit of sharing and community. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating seasonal vegetables or different cheeses, making it a versatile dish enjoyed worldwide.

MediterraneanUSside
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups of orso
6 cups of water
2 tbsp of oil
1/2 cucumber
1/2 white onion
1/3 red pepper
1/3 yellow pepper
150 grams of cherry tomatoes
5 of green olives
100 grams of feta cheese
Parsley
1 cup sugar of black olives
1/2 cup of corn
2 tbsp of olive oil
2 tbsp of lemon juice
2 tbsp of vinegar
1 tbsp of oregano
1 tsp of salt
1/2 tsp of black pepper
1 tsp of sumac
1 tbsp of honey mustard

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Goat cheese offers a tangy flavor while being lower in fat.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

1

Cook orso in 6 cups of boiling water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

2

Drain orso and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.

3

In a large bowl, combine cooked orso, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, white onion, red pepper, yellow pepper, and green olives.

4

Crumble feta cheese over the salad mixture.

5

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, oregano, salt, black pepper, sumac, and honey mustard.

6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

7

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potcolanderlarge bowlsmall bowlwhisk

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Mediterranean Orzo SaladGreek Orzo Salad

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