GREEK ORZO SALAD

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Orzo is a rice-shaped pasta,,which I'm sure you will enjoy, if you've never tried it. This is wonderful for a nice summer evening. 1

Provided by Crabbycakes

Categories     Greek

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup orzo pasta (1/2 lb)
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
10 -15 grape tomatoes, halved
3/4 cup black olives, preferably kalamata,pitted and halved
1/2 cup bottled greek vinaigrette dressing (or homemade)
1/2 cup scallion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan of lightly salted, (add tsp olive oil, if desired) boiling water, cook orzo until al dente, about 8 minutes.
  • Pour into colander and rise under cold running water.
  • Drain well.
  • Set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine orzo with feta,cucumber,bell pepper, tomatoes, and olives.
  • Pour dressing over salad, toss gently to combine, and sprinkle with scallions on top.

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