Mediterranean Orzo Salad

This fresh and flavorful orzo pasta salad recipe has all the right ingredients to make the perfect lunch, appetizer, or side dish.

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Whisk in the Dijon and thyme. Slowly add the olive oil, whisking constantly until the dressing is fully emulsified. Set aside.

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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente. Drain the orzo and transfer it to a large bowl.

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Pour the lemon vinaigrette into the bowl with orzo and toss to combine. Set aside to cool slightly.

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When the orzo is cool to the touch, add the tomatoes, olives, feta, and pine nuts. Toss to combine. Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy.

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Mediterranean Orzo Salad

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This fresh and flavorful orzo pasta salad recipe has all the right ingredients to make the perfect lunch, appetizer, or side dish.

what you need:

lemon

shallot

dijon mustard

garlic

olive oil

thyme

orzo pasta

cherry tomatoes

1

Place the lemon juice, shallot, and garlic in a medium bowl and allow it to sit for 5 minutes.

Whisk in the Dijon and thyme. Slowly add the olive oil, whisking constantly until the dressing is fully emulsified. Set aside.

2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente. Drain the orzo and transfer it to a large bowl.

3

Pour the lemon vinaigrette into the bowl with orzo and toss to combine. Set aside to cool slightly.

4

When the orzo is cool to the touch, add the tomatoes, olives, feta, and pine nuts. Toss to combine. Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy.

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