Best 8 Greek Salad With Orzo Recipes

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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



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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

1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 1/2 cups diced cucumbers
1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
2/3 cup diced red onions
2/3 cup sliced black olives
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup olive oil

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



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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

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
6 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped
12 pitted ripe or Greek olives, halved
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

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



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"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

4 quarts water
1-1/4 cups uncooked orzo pasta
1 cup cut fresh green beans, cooked
2 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup Greek vinaigrette

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



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound orzo
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices on the bias
1 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices on the bias
1 Japanese eggplant, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices on the bias
1 red onion, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 large bell pepper, cut into planks
1 teaspoon lemon zest and 5 tablespoons lemon juice (from 3 to 4 lemons)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill

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



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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

1 ½ cups uncooked orzo pasta
2 (6 ounce) cans marinated artichoke hearts
1 tomato, seeded and chopped
1 cucumber, seeded and chopped
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 (2 ounce) can black olives, drained
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon lemon pepper

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



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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

1 cup orzo pasta (1/2 lb)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
10 -15 grape tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup black olives, preferably kalamata,pitted and halved
1/2 cup bottled greek vinaigrette dressing (or homemade)
1/2 cup scallion, chopped

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



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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

¼ cup olive oil
½ cup fresh lemon juice
½ cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
½ pound dried orzo pasta
1 cup chopped fresh parsley

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



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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

1 lb orzo pasta
1 large cucumber, peeled and diced into large pieces
8 ounces feta cheese, cubed
8 ounces black olives, sliced
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 small red onion, finely chopped
4 tablespoons parsley, well chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 tablespoon oregano
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/2 tablespoon black pepper

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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