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orzo pasta salad

Creamy Orzo Pasta Salad

A light yet creamy orzo pasta salad filled with fresh vegetables and zesty dressing. Perfect for potlucks, brunches, or quick cozy meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Base
  • 1 ½ cups orzo pasta
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Filling
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 small cucumber diced
  • ½ cup red onion chopped
  • ½ cup bell peppers chopped
  • ¼ cup parsley chopped
  • ¼ cup feta cheese
  • Dressing
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook orzo in salted water until tender, then drain and cool.
  2. Chop all vegetables evenly.
  3. Whisk dressing ingredients until smooth.
  4. Combine orzo, veggies, and feta in a bowl.
  5. Pour dressing, toss gently, and chill before serving.

Notes

  • Chill for best flavor.
  • Add protein like chicken if desired.
  • Avoid overmixing to keep texture light.
  • Refresh with lemon juice before serving if needed.