A vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired orzo pasta salad tossed with fresh vegetables, feta cheese, olives, and a zesty lemon-oregano vinaigrette — perfect for potlucks, lunches, or light dinners.
1 cup orzo pasta
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup cucumber, diced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup Kalamata olives, halved
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
2–3 tbsp chopped parsley
Optional: ½ cup chopped bell pepper or artichokes
Dressing:
⅓ cup olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Cook orzo until al dente. Rinse and cool.
Chop vegetables and herbs. Add to a large bowl with orzo.
Whisk dressing ingredients in a small bowl or jar.
Pour dressing over salad. Add feta and parsley. Toss gently.
Chill for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with more feta and herbs.
Add chickpeas or grilled chicken to make it a full meal.
Gluten-free orzo or quinoa are great substitutes.
Keeps well in fridge for 3–4 days.