Greek Orzo Pasta Salad With Feta Cheese, Grape Tomatoes, Black Olives And Onions In An Olive Oil Vinaigrette Recipe
Make Greek Orzo Pasta Salad With Feta Cheese, Grape Tomatoes, Black Olives And Onions In An Olive Oil Vinaigrette Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Cook the Orzo
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Salad Ingredients
While the orzo is cooking, prepare the salad ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved grape tomatoes, sliced black olives, chopped red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- 3
Drain and Cool the Orzo
Once the orzo is cooked, drain it in a colander and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Allow it to cool for a few minutes.
- 4
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooled orzo to the mixing bowl with the other salad ingredients. Add the chopped parsley and mix well to combine all ingredients.
- 5
Prepare the Vinaigrette
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
- 6
Dress the Salad
Pour the olive oil vinaigrette over the orzo salad mixture. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- 7
Serve
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or individual plates. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.