suemunzlinger's Recipe

Greek Orzo Salad

Category: Soup and Salad

2/3 cup uncooked Orzo pasta
Chicken broth or stock
2 tablespoons diced red onion
1 teaspoon dried Oregano
2 tablespoons pitted and sliced Kalamata olives
1/2 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
2 to 3 tablespoons feta cheese
1 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Dressing (see recipe below)


Preparation:

Cook the Orzo in chicken broth according to directions on package. Drain and let cool.

Once cool, gently stir in the onion, oregano, olive, tomatoes, feta cheese, and parsley; set aside.

Prepare Dressing. Add to orzo salad mixture, tossing gently, but well. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serve at room temperature.


Dressing:
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tablespoon champagne or rice wine vinegar
1/2 lemon, juiced

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, champagne vinegar, and fresh lemon, juice; whisk until combined.