Mediterranean Summer Salad

Yields
Serves 12 (serving size: 1 cup)

Total Time
25 mins

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.

Photo: Leo Gong; Styling: Karen Shinto

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

Step 1

Cook orzo according to package directions.

Step 2

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine tomatoes, basil, garlic, pine nuts, olives, feta, and spinach. Add cooked orzo.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste; toss with salad.

Step 4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 149Calories from Fat 40

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.5g10%

Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 8.4mg3%
Sodium 293mg13%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Dietary Fiber 1.7g7%
Protein 5g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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