MEDITERRANEAN ORZO SALAD

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Make and share this Mediterranean Orzo Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sydsmama

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup orzo pasta
1 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
fresh basil leaves (optional) or parsley sprig, for garnish (optional)
1 (1 ounce) packet hidden valley ranch dressing mix
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt. Rinse with cold water and drain well.
  • Mix orzo, bell pepper, cheese, olives and chopped fresh basil in a large bowl. (If using dried basil, add to dressing.).
  • Whisk together salad dressing & seasoning mix, oil, vinegar and sugar.
  • Stir dressing into orzo mixture.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • Garnish with basil leaves before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.3, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 16.7, Sodium 330.2, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 4.5, Protein 8.7

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