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Summer Veggie Mediterranean Orzo Salad

A light, refreshing salad bursting with summer flavors, this Mediterranean Orzo Salad is packed with colorful veggies, feta cheese, and briny olives, perfect for family meals or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 475

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Cooked according to package instructions.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions. Once it's cooked, drain it and rinse it under cold water.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo with the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese. Gently mix everything together.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently to combine, making sure all the ingredients are coated with the dressing without breaking apart the veggies.
  5. Garnish your colorful salad with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This salad holds well in the fridge for about 3 days. Do not freeze to maintain freshness. Toss the dressing just before serving for crisp veggies.