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Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad with Feta — homemade Mediterranean orzo pasta salad recipe

Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad with Feta

A fresh and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired orzo pasta salad packed with tangy feta, juicy cherry tomatoes, and briny olives.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups uncooked orzo pasta 300g
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese 150g
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 150g
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted 75g
  • 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil 60ml
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 30ml
  • 1 tsp dried oregano 2g

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse with cool water.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano.
  3. Add the cooked orzo, feta cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, and kalamata olives to the bowl.
  4. Toss the mixture gently until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
  5. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Best served chilled. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.