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Greek Orzo Summer Salad

Cultural Context

Greek Orzo Summer Salad is a vibrant dish that embodies the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Traditionally enjoyed during the warm summer months, it showcases fresh vegetables and the beloved orzo pasta, often served at gatherings and picnics. This salad is not only refreshing but also a celebration of the region's rich agricultural bounty, making it a staple in both home kitchens and restaurants. Today, variations of this salad can be found globally, adapting to local tastes while retaining its Greek roots.

GreekGRside
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups red lentil orzo
4 cups vegetable broth
1 medium onion
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 medium cucumber
1 medium bell pepper
1 can (15 oz) white beans
1 cup olives
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/4 cup lemon vinaigrette

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat feta

💰Cheaper: cotage cheese

Reduced-fat feta lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

kalamata olives

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Green olives provide a similar briny flavor.

1

Cook red lentil orzo in vegetable broth.

2

Drain the orzo and let it cool.

3

Chop onion, cucumber, and bell pepper.

4

Halve cherry tomatoes.

5

Combine cooked orzo, chopped onion, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber, chopped bell pepper, white beans, and olives in a bowl.

6

Add fresh basil and lemon vinaigrette to the bowl.

7

Toss everything together to combine.

8

Enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

boilingmixing

Equipment Needed

large potcolandercutting boardknifelarge bowlsmall bowlwhisk

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Mediterranean Orzo SaladOrzo Greek Salad

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