MEDITERRANEAN SUMMER SALAD

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With pasta added, this gives a nice twist to the typical Greek salad. Be sure to use good-quality feta cheese, as it really makes a difference in flavor and creaminess.

Provided by Annacia

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

8 ounces orzo pasta
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup greek olives such as kalamata olive, pitted and halved
4 ounces feta cheese, broken into large chunks
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

Cook orzo according to package directions.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, pine nuts, olives, feta, and spinach.
Add cooked orzo.
In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste; toss with salad.
Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 13.4, Sodium 240.5, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 7.2

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