MEDITERRANEAN ORZO SALAD WITH FETA

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I got this recipe from a friend who got it from Cooking Light. It is delicious and healthy for get-togethers, potlucks, or as a side dish at dinner or lunch. Enjoy! Original recipe calls for 1/4 tsp pf salt, but I found that to be too bland.

Provided by clashcity19

Categories     Healthy

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
2 cups Baby Spinach, chopped
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato, oil-packed, drained
3 tablespoons red onions, chopped
3 tablespoons kalamata olives, chopped and pitted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 (6 ounce) jar artichoke hearts, marinated, undrained
3 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to instructions on package. Drain and rinse under cool water.
  • Add orzo to spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, kalamata olives, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Drain the artichoke hearts, but keep the marinade for later.
  • Coarsely chop artichoke hearts and add to orzo.
  • Add marinade and feta cheese.
  • Mix well.
  • Add more salt if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.5, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 20.1, Sodium 893.6, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 5, Protein 11.7

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