Mediterranean Summer Salad
Photo: Leo Gong; Styling: Karen Shinto
With pasta added, this gives a nice twist to the typical Greek salad. Be sure to use good-quality feta cheese, as it really makes a difference in flavor and creaminess.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Cook orzo according to package directions.
Step 2
2
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, pine nuts, olives, feta, and spinach. Add cooked orzo.
Step 3
3
In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste; toss with salad.
Step 4
4
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
Ingredients
8 ounces orzo pasta
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup Greek olives such as kalamata, pitted and halved
4 ounces feta cheese, broken into large chunks
2 cups baby spinach leaves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt
freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1
Cook orzo according to package directions.
Step 2
2
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, pine nuts, olives, feta, and spinach. Add cooked orzo.
Step 3
3
In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste; toss with salad.
Step 4
4
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
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