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Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Feta
Orzo pasta salad with olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta is a crowd-pleasing Mediterranean diet lunch. Easy to make ahead and enjoy today.
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Prep Time
15 min
🍳
Cook Time
10 min
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Servings
6
📊
Difficulty
easy
🥘 Ingredients
Salad
- 2 cups orzo pasta
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup crumbled feta
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh basil
📝 Instructions
- 1
Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and cool.
- 2
Combine orzo, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, and onion in a bowl.
- 3
Toss with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Garnish with basil and serve chilled.
💡 Tip: Add grilled chicken for extra protein.
📊 Nutrition Facts
Calories355
Protein12g
Carbohydrates48g
Fat14g
Fiber3g
Per serving
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