Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Basic Information
- Servings: 10
- Ready in: 45 minutes
- Preparation time: -
- Cooking time: -
- Rating: 84.99
- Health score: 37.00
- Weight Watcher points: 12.00
Summary
Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a hor d'oeuvre that serves 10. One serving contains 399 calories, 11g of protein, and 22g of fat. For $1.97 per serving, this recipe covers 19% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. 4 people were impressed by this recipe. It is brought to you by Foodista. If you have red wine vinegar, evoo, lemon zest, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes. Overall, this recipe earns a solid spoonacular score of 80%. Users who liked this recipe also liked Mediterranean Orzo Salad, Mediterranean Orzo Salad, and Mediterranean Orzo Salad.
Ingredients
orzo1 pound
kosher salt10 servings
pine nuts0.5 cup
evoo8 tablespoons
green onions4
parsley0.5 cup
lemon zest1
cucumber1
bell pepper1
cherry tomatoes1 pint
onion0.5
pepperoncinis12
feta cheese1.5 cups
red wine vinegar4 tablespoons
Instructions
Step 1
Bring a pot of water to a rapid boil. Generously salt water and cook orzo until tender, approximately 7-9 minutes.
Step 2
Drain and set aside.
Step 3
While orzo is cooking, spread pine nuts on a baking sheet and toast lightly in oven on 400 degrees.
Step 4
Remove from oven and set aside.
Step 5
Heat two tablespoons of EVOO on medium heat in a non-stick pan.
Step 6
Saute chopped green onions for approximately 2 minutes.
Step 7
Add parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, toasted pine nuts and cooked orzo.
Step 8
Saute for 3-4 minutes for flavors to combine and absorb into the orzo.
Step 9
Remove from heat.
Step 10
In a large bowl, combine cucumber, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion and pepperoncinis to orzo mixture.
Step 11
Additionally add crumbled feta cheese, red wine vinegar and remaining six tablespoons of EVOO.
Step 12
Mix well. Can be refrigerated or served immediately.
Categories
Dish Types: side dish, antipasti, salad, starter, snack, appetizer, antipasto, hor d'oeuvre