Greek Orzo Salad Recipe
Greek Orzo Salad is a light and refreshing pasta salad made with orzo, feta, lemon, and crisp veggies. Perfect as a summer side dish or light lunch, and great with anything off the grill.
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Ingredients
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 16 oz orzo pasta (wheat or gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup halved pitted kalamata olives (plus 2 tablespoons brine)
- 1/3 cup red onion (diced small)
- 3 cups from 1 large English cucumber (diced small)
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (halved)
- 1 orange bell pepper (diced)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (cubed)
- fresh oregano (optional garnish)
Steps
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package directions for al dente, adding an extra minute.
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Drain and rinse under cold water, drain.
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Meanwhile, In a large bowl, combine the dressing ingredients. Add the olives, red onion and brine from the olives and mix to combine.
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Stir in the pasta with the cucumber, tomatoes and bell pepper and toss well. Taste for salt and adjust as needed.
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Add the cheese just before ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
π° Cost Estimate
π Price Breakdown (14% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit Price | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| red wine vinegar | 3 tbsp | - | - |
| fresh lemon juice | 2 tbsp | - | - |
| olive oil | 0.3333333333333333 cup | - | - |
| garlic powder | 0.5 tsp | Rp 8.000/100g | Rp 200 |
| dried oregano | 1 tsp | - | - |
| kosher salt | 0.5 tsp | - | - |
| orzo pasta | 16 oz | - | - |
| halved pitted kalamata olives | 0.5 cup | - | - |
| red onion | 0.3333333333333333 cup | - | - |
| from 1 large English cucumber | 3 cups | - | - |
| pint grape tomatoes | 1 | Rp 12.000/kg | Rp 1.200 |
| orange bell pepper | 1 | - | - |
| feta cheese | 0.5 cup | - | - |
| fresh oregano | - | - | - |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region


















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