Embark on a culinary journey to Greece, where flavors dance harmoniously in the vibrant dish known as "Greek Salad with Orzo." This delectable salad captivates the senses with its medley of fresh, crisp vegetables, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet peppers, tangy olives, and aromatic herbs. Perfectly complementing these vibrant ingredients is the addition of orzo, a small pasta that adds a delightful chewy texture and subtle nutty flavor to the dish. Drizzled with a tantalizing dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, herbs, and spices, this salad becomes a symphony of flavors that will transport you to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GREEK ORZO SALAD
Skip the store-bought pasta salads in favor of this quick and easy recipe for Greek Orzo Salad with homemade red wine vinaigrette.
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook it until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain the orzo and add it to a large bowl.
- Add the cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives and feta cheese to the bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 521 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREEK ORZO SALAD
Tart and refreshing, this side salad is a big hit at Judy Roberts' Las Vegas, Nevada home. With all the tasty toppings-including red onion, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese and a zesty dressing-you'd never know it has just 7 grams of fat. "Tiny pasta called orzo gives it extra interest," Judy notes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook orzo according to package directions; drain. In a large serving bowl, toss orzo with 2 teaspoons oil. , In another bowl, combine the onion, parsley, vinegar, oregano, salt, sugar, pepper and remaining oil; pour over orzo and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2-24 hours. Just before serving, gently stir in tomatoes, cucumber, olives and cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GREEK SALAD WITH ORZO
"This salad was created in summer when my tomato garden was more bountiful than ever," says Kelly Skahan from Springfield, Missouri. "It's a snap to prepare and simply sensational."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 4-5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 5 minutes. Add beans; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until orzo and beans are tender., Meanwhile, in a large salad bowl, combine the tomatoes, lemon juice and zest. Drain orzo and beans; rinse in cold water. Stir into tomato mixture. Drizzle with vinaigrette and toss to coat. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 251mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
GRILLED VEGGIE AND ORZO SALAD
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Add the dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/2 cup of the olive oil to a large bowl. Whisk to combine, then add all the prepped vegetables. Toss the vegetables to coat them in the marinade.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Once the pan is heated, add the vegetables in batches, being sure to keep them in a single layer and not to overcrowd the pan. Grill until the vegetables have nice char marks and are beginning to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the vegetables and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Remove to a rimmed baking sheet. Keep grilling until all the vegetables are cooked. Cool slightly, then cut the vegetables into small bite size pieces. Save any leftover marinade to build the dressing for the salad.
- To the serving bowl with the leftover marinade from the vegetables, add the lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Whisk to combine. Add the cooked orzo and the chopped grilled vegetables and toss to combine. Add the feta, parsley and dill and toss again. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or keep at room temperature until ready to serve.
GREEK ORZO SALAD
A delicious, colorful salad, with artichoke hearts and feta. I receive a lot of requests for this one.
Provided by Patrice
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Vegetarian Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain. Drain artichoke hearts, reserving liquid.
- In large bowl combine pasta, artichoke hearts, tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, olives, parsley, lemon juice, oregano and lemon pepper. Toss and chill for 1 hour in refrigerator.
- Just before serving, drizzle reserved artichoke marinade over salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.7 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 615.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g
GREEK ORZO SALAD
Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta,,which I'm sure you will enjoy, if you've never tried it. This is wonderful for a nice summer evening. 1
Provided by Crabbycakes
Categories Greek
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan of lightly salted, (add tsp olive oil, if desired) boiling water, cook orzo until al dente, about 8 minutes.
- Pour into colander and rise under cold running water.
- Drain well.
- Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine orzo with feta,cucumber,bell pepper, tomatoes, and olives.
- Pour dressing over salad, toss gently to combine, and sprinkle with scallions on top.
GREEK ORZO WITH FETA
This recipe has easy ingredients and is a great light lunch or dinner! Enjoy!
Provided by lauryn
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian Side Dishes
Time 1h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, olives, tomatoes, red pepper, red onion, garlic, oregano, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and toss the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 33.7 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 617.6 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
PERFECT GREEK ORZO SALAD
Make and share this Perfect Greek Orzo Salad recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Christines Yellow K
Categories Greek
Time 30m
Yield 7-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine cucumber, feta, black olives, tomatoes & parsley.
- Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook orzo as directed on box. Drain and rinse with water to cool. Return pasta to pot (pot should be cooled down). Mix cucumber mixture into orzo.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients and pour over salad. Mix well to combine. Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make all the difference in the flavor of your salad.
- Don't overcook the orzo. It should be cooked al dente, with a slight bite to it.
- Let the salad cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Garnish the salad with fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, or parsley. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the salad with a side of crusty bread or pita chips. This will help to soak up the delicious dressing.
Conclusion:
Greek salad with orzo is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With its bright flavors and healthy ingredients, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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