Greek Orzo salad

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An irresistibly refreshing and delicious combination of classic Greek ingredients and orzo pasta.
  • 1lb orzo pasta
  • 1large cucumber, peeled and diced into large pieces
  • 8ounces feta cheese, cubed
  • 8ounces black olives, sliced
  • 1pint grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1small red onion, finely chopped
  • 4tablespoons parsley, well chopped

  • Dressing

  • 1⁄4cup olive oil
  • 1⁄4cup red wine vinegar
  • 3⁄4tablespoon oregano
  • 1⁄2tablespoon salt
  • 1⁄2tablespoon black pepper

DIRECTIONS

  1. In large bowl, combine cucumber, feta, black olives, tomatoes & parsley.
  2. 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.
  3. Whisk together dressing ingredients and pour over salad. Mix well to combine. Refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving.