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Easy Greek Orzo Salad
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Instructions
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Cook the orzo in well-salted water until al dente. Drain and add to a large bowl. I like to leave the orzo hot, but you can also rinse it in cool water as desired.
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Add tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta.
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Make the vinaigrette by whisking together all of the ingredients in a jar or small bowl.
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Drizzle with the vinaigrette and gently toss until fully combined. Taste and adjust with extra salt, lemon juice, or olive oil as needed. ENJOY!
Notes
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Storage Instructions – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The salad may absorb some of the dressing as it sits, so stir in a drizzle of olive oil or fresh lemon juice before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Your Orzo 🍝Dry-toast the orzo in a pan for 2-3 minutes before boiling to add a subtle nutty flavor that elevates the entire salad's complexity.
- Make-Ahead Dressing Strategy 🍋Prepare the lemon vinaigrette separately and dress the warm orzo immediately after cooking so it absorbs the flavors, then add delicate ingredients like feta and tomatoes just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Maximize Lemon Brightness 🌟Use both fresh lemon juice and lemon zest in your vinaigrette, and add a pinch more zest just before serving to brighten flavors that may have mellowed as the salad sits.
- Red Onion Taming Technique 🧅Slice your red onion thinly and soak it in the warm orzo for 5 minutes after cooking to soften its bite while allowing the orzo to absorb its subtle color and flavor.
- Emulsify for Better Texture 🥄Whisk the Dijon mustard with lemon juice first before slowly whisking in olive oil to create a proper emulsion that coats the orzo evenly and prevents the dressing from separating.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
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