MEDITERRANEAN ORZO SPINACH SALAD

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A bright, flavorful array of Mediterranean ingredients!

Provided by JULIEP

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Tomato Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
1 pound ground lamb
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon ground coriander
salt and pepper to taste
4 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
3 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 lemon, zested and juiced
¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
5 green onions, chopped
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta, cook for 5 minutes, or until al dente. Drain.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the lamb and garlic in the skillet. Season lamb with coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until evenly browned. Remove from heat, and drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix the spinach, tomatoes, lemon juice and zest, mint, parsley, green onions, and remaining olive oil. Toss with the orzo, lamb, and feta cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.5 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 535.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Emily Gomez
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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the spinach and feta add a nice touch.


Tron Nguyen
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've added different ingredients to it, like grilled chicken or shrimp, and it's always delicious.


amardeep tharu
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Chan Mia
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for summer.


Shahil Bc
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I'm always looking for new and healthy salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's packed with nutrients and it's so delicious.


Ted Jr
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of salty feta, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, and tangy olives.


subhash thakur
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dish for a summer party or barbecue.


Safal Bharati
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


Asma Naqvi
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I'm not a huge fan of orzo, but this salad changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the spinach and feta add a nice touch.


Shelby Ennis
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so versatile. I've added different ingredients to it, like grilled chicken or shrimp, and it's always delicious.


JahidIslam jahid
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.


Vania Mso
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover orzo. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for summer.