Greek Pasta Salad

Name: Greek Pasta Salad
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 31 min
Cuisine: European, Greek, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups, 9-10 oz, orzo pasta uncooked; 1/4 red onion, about 1/3 cup, diced small; 1 red bell pepper (or 1/2 red, 1/2 green), chopped small; 2 tablespoons fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 15 oz can chickpeas, 1 1/2 cups, drained; 1/3 cup kalamata olives, sliced; 2 cups thin skinned cucumber, chopped small; 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered; 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1/4 cup basil and/or mint for garnish if desired; 6-8 oz feta cheese (sheep’s feta is the best!), optional; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup olive oil

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:6min

This healthy Greek Pasta Salad is the perfect make-ahead pasta salad for summertime picnics, BBQs, potlucks, and easy dinners. A hearty ratio of fresh veggies combined with tender orzo pasta, chickpeas tossed in the tastiest Greek salad dressing.

Updated at: Fri, 13 Dec 2024 22:22:32 GMT