Easy Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/2 cup diced cucumber
• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup diced yellow bell pepper
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions.
2. Drain the cooked orzo and transfer to a large bowl. Add the red onion, cucumber, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, feta cheese and parsley and mix to combine.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the orzo mixture and toss to combine.
4. Serve the orzo salad at room temperature or chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Orzo is a type of pasta that looks like rice and has a mild, nutty flavor.
• Mediterranean cuisine is a mix of flavors from the countries around the Mediterranean Sea, including Italy, Greece, Turkey, and Morocco.
• Feta cheese is a type of cheese that originated in Greece and is usually made from sheep's or goat's milk.