Mediterranean Orzo Salad
π₯π Mediterranean Orzo Salad πΏπ« Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines orzo pasta with Mediterranean flavors like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese, and a zesty lemon dressing. This salad is perfect for picnics, potlucks, or as a light meal on its own. Hereβs how to make it: Ingredients π 1 cup orzo pasta π 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved π 1 cucumber, diced π₯ 1/2 red onion, finely chopped π§ 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, sliced π« 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese π§ 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley πΏ 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil πΏ Zest and juice of 1 lemon π 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil π« 2 cloves garlic, minced π§ 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard π₯ Salt π§ and freshly ground black pepper π, to taste Instructions π Cook orzo pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool.