ORZO WITH TOMATOES, FETA, AND GREEN ONIONS

Orzo With Tomatoes, Feta, and Green Onions image

Provided by Susie D

Categories Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

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1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cups water
2 cups chicken broth
1 lb orzo pasta
2 cups mixed red and yellow pear tomatoes or 1 lb grape tomatoes, halved
1 (7 ounce) package feta cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup black olives (or kalameta, sliced)
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

Whisk vinegar, lemon juice, and honey in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil until it emulsifies. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.).
Bring water and broth to boil in large heavy saucepan. Stir in orzo, reduce heat to medium, cover partially, and boil until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally. Drain. Transfer to large wide bowl, tossing frequently until cool.
Mix tomatoes, feta, basil, olives, and green onions into orzo. Add vinaigrette; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
Add pine nuts right before serving; toss. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.2, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 6.6, Cholesterol 23.4, Sodium 560.8, Carbohydrate 52.2, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 7.8, Protein 14.4