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Tomato, orzo, feta, and olive salad

25 min
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9 ingredients
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Tomato, orzo, feta, and olive salad

Tomato salad with orzo, feta, and olives is a fresh and flavorful recipe with roots in Mediterranean cuisine. Orzo, a rice-shaped pasta, is very popular in countries like Greece and Italy, where it is used in various salads and summer dishes. In Latin America, this preparation can be found under different variations and names that adapt to local ingredients, although it does not have a specific name in all countries. For example, in Mexico and Argentina, fresh ingredients and similar cheeses are often incorporated, creating combinations similar to this salad. The use of feta cheese and olives provides a salty and traditional touch reminiscent of the Mediterranean diet, known for its health benefits.

This salad is ideal for those looking for a light and nutritious meal, perfect to accompany main dishes or to enjoy as a quick and healthy lunch. Its popularity lies in its ease of preparation and the freshness of its ingredients, making it common at gatherings and celebrations during the warm season.

How to Make Tomato Salad with Orzo, Feta, and Olives

To begin, cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.

Then, drain it and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking process.

Once the orzo has cooled, place the pasta in a serving bowl and mix with the green olives, crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, fresh dill, and chopped tomatoes.

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice to prepare the dressing.

Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well to combine all the flavors.

Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the amount to highlight the ingredients.

Refrigerate the salad and let it cool before serving so the flavors can meld together better.

If you use dried dill instead of fresh, be sure to use a generous amount to maintain the characteristic aroma.

This recipe yields 6 servings as a side dish, but it also works excellently as a main dish for a light lunch.

Tomato, orzo, feta, and olive salad

Ingredients (9)

  • Orzo Pasta
  • Feta Cheese
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Fresh Dill
  • Tomatoes
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Green Olives
  • Lemon Juice
  • Salt And Pepper

Instructions (10 steps)

  1. 1 Cook orzo according to package directions until al dente
  2. 2 Drain and rinse with cold water
  3. 3 Once the orzo has cooled, in a serving bowl mix orzo, olives, feta cheese, parsley, dill, and tomato
  4. 4 In a small bowl, whisk together the oil and lemon juice
  5. 5 Mix into the salad
  6. 6 Season with salt and pepper to taste
  7. 7 Refrigerate and chill before serving
  8. 8 If you use dried dill, be sure to use plenty
  9. 9 Serves: 6 as a side dish
  10. 10 It is also excellent as a main dish for lunch

Nutritional Information

Calories: 263 kcal
Protein: 15%
Carbohydrates: 7%
Fat: 24%
Sugar: 9%
Sodium: 15%

Percent Daily Value for nutrients; calories are shown in kcal.

Category

Salads

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30 Minutes Or Less Preparation Time Dish Preparation Salads Dietary