Greek orzo pasta salad, called kritharaki in Greece, is a refreshing Mediterranean dish that combines rice-shaped pasta with chopped, fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette. This salad is a versatile side dish that pairs well with grilled meats or can stand alone as a light lunch. Perfect for summer picnics, barbeques or potlucks, the tangy vinaigrette, crunch vegetables and salty feta make a delightful side to pork, chicken or ribs. The chick peas provide protein to this side dish.
Cook orzo according to package instructions, just until al dente. Rinse with cold water and place in a large bowl. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, chick peas, olives and red onion. Crumble feta and combine with pasta.
Prepare dressing by combining all ingredients in a jar with a lid. Secure lid and shake dressing. Pour dressing over pasta and using a large spoon, fold into mixture until dressing coats salad.
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Greek Orzo Salad
A bright and fresh salad with herbally infused Greek style dressing with a variety of vegetables.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook orzo according to package instructions, just until al dente. Rinse with cold water and place in a large bowl. Add tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, chick peas, olives and red onion. Crumble feta and combine with pasta.
- Prepare dressing by combining all ingredients in a jar with a lid. Secure lid and shake dressing. Pour dressing over pasta and using a large spoon, fold into mixture until dressing coats salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
225Fat
14 gSat. Fat
2 gCarbs
21 gFiber
4 gNet carbs
17 gSugar
2 gProtein
5 gSodium
599 mgCholesterol
0 mg