greek spinach orzo salad

21 Pinches
The Villages, FL
Updated on Oct 31, 2014

Curious Cuisiners

prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dry orzo pasta
  • 8 ounces fresh baby spinich
  • 1 small chopped red onion
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1 cup pitted kalamata olives, quartered (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 cup vinaigrette dressing (see next section for ingredients)
  • VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

How To Make greek spinach orzo salad

  • Step 1
    Cook the orzo according to package instructions for al dente.
  • Step 2
    Drain and rinse pasta under cold water to cool and set aside.
  • Step 3
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the orzo, spinach, onion, olives, and feta.
  • Step 4
    Stir dressing into salad to coat well. Stir more than you think you need to as it will help to wilt the spinach a bit.
  • Step 5
    Serve at room temperature or chilled. This salad will keep for a couple of days in the refrigerator but it is best consumed within 24 hours.

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Category: Pasta
Category: Pasta Sides
Culture: Italian
Keyword: #spinach
Keyword: #orzo
Keyword: #pasta
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Stove Top

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