ORZO SALAD WITH FETA AND CHERRY TOMATOES

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Tastes of the Mediterranean and perfect for a warm summer's day. May be used as a side dish or main course.

Provided by FlemishMinx

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 2 main course, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces orzo pasta (about 1 cup)
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/3 cup pine nuts
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup parsley, packed, then finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
salt and pepper, to taste
6 ounces cherry tomatoes, quartered
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Fill a 4 qt pot three-fourths full with salted water and bring to boil for orzo.
  • In a small heavy skillet, heat 1/2 TBS olive oil over moderate heat until hot but not smoking and saute pine nuts, stirring frequently until golden, about 2 minutes; transfer nuts to paper towel to drain and cool.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together garlic, parsley, vinegar, salt and pepper; drizzle in remaining TBS olive oil, whisking all the while.
  • Add tomatoes and feta to the dressing, tossing to combine.
  • Cook orzo in boiling water until al dente; drain and rinse until just warm, then drain completely.
  • Toss orzo and pine nuts with dressing, coating thoroughly, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.7, Fat 20.1, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 26.8, Sodium 345, Carbohydrate 47.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.8, Protein 13.9

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