easy greek pasta salad

Salem, MA
Updated on Aug 5, 2012

Got this out of Pillsbury's Fast and Healthy Cookbook. I often double this recipe - and still no leftovers! You can tweak this recipe, adding/swapping different ingredients, such as cherry tomatoes, extra feta, or even making it more veggie than pasta. The possibilities are endless. Make it your own!

prep time 25 Min
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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces uncooked orzo or rosemarina (rice-shaped pasta)
  • 3/4 teaspoon grated lemon peel
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 4 teaspoons honey
  • 1 - medium cucumber, seeded chopped (1-1/4 cups)
  • 2 - italian plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion
  • 12 - medium pitted ripe olives, halved
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 4 - lettuce leaves
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

How To Make easy greek pasta salad

  • Step 1
    Cook orzo to desired doneness as directed on package.
  • Step 2
    Meanwhile, in small bowl, combine lemon peel, lemon juice, oil, mustard and honey; beat with wire whisk until well blended. Set aside.
  • Step 3
    Drain orzo; rinse with cold water. Drain well. In large bowl, combine cooked orzo, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, olives and mint. Pour dressing over salad; toss gently until well mixed.
  • Step 4
    Line 4 individual salad plates with lettuce. Spoon salad onto lettuce. Sprinkle with cheese.

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