Healthy and Delicious Mediterranean Orzo Spinach Salad Recipe

This Mediterranean Orzo Spinach Salad is a perfect combination of flavors and textures. It is refreshing, healthy, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. The orzo pasta is cooked al dente and combined with fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, feta cheese, and olives. The tangy lemon dressing adds a zesty twist to the salad. It can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish and is a great option for picnics or potlucks. This salad is quick and easy to make, and it will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook the orzo pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, sliced black olives, chopped basil, and chopped parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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