σαλάτα orzo

Saláta Orzo

Orzo Salad

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups (250g) dry orzo

• 8 ounces (225g) whole feta, sliced in 1/4 inch slices
• 1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, halved lengthwise and cut in 1/4 slices
• 10 ounces (275g) grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup (100g) sliced kalamata olives or 3/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup (100g) chopped red onion , rinsed under water to removed harsh bite
• 2 Tbs (3g) chopped fresh oregano
• 2 Tbs (3g) chopped fresh parsley

Dressing

• 1/4 (60ml) cup olive oil
• 2 Tbs (30ml) fresh lemon juice
• 1 Tbs (15ml) red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic , minced
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Serves 4-6 

Step 1 - Prepare the Dressing

• Combine all ingredients in bowl or jar, except oil.

• Mix ingredients with whisk in bowl, or shake in jar.

• Add oil and mix or shake thoroughly.

• Set aside in refrigerator. 

Step 2 - Prepare the Orzo

• In stock pot, bring 2-3 quarts (2-3 liters) salted water to a boil,
• Add orzo, initially stirring to keep from sticking together,
• Boil for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally,
• Drain in colander, drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking,
• Set aside in refrigerator. 

Step 3 - Combine and Serve

• Place all vegetables, olives and orzo in large bowl and toss to combine
• Add herbs and toss again
• Add dressing and mix gently
• Place onto serving platter and top with feta

Serve!