Orzo With Tomatoes Basil And Feta Cheese Recipes

TOMATO BASIL AND FETA ORZO SALAD

Tomato Basil and Feta Orzo Salad image

Tomato Basil and Feta Orzo Salad is the perfect quick summer lunch or dinner! Tender orzo pasta tossed in a slightly sweet tomato basil vinaigrette with fresh cherry tomatoes, basil, and crumbled briny feta! A perfect side to grilled meats and veggies!

Provided by Marzia

Categories Salad

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

½ pound (8-ounces) dried orzo
2 tablespoons EACH: olive oil AND sun-dried tomato oil (see notes)
2 teaspoons EACH: freshly grated garlic AND honey (plus more to taste)
½ teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons white vine vinegar
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup basil leaves, chopped
½ cup crumbled feta

Steps:

PASTA: Heat a medium saucepan with water until boiling. Drop a palmful of salt, let it dissolve then add the pasta. Cook the orzo according to package directions. Prepare the dressing while pasta is cooking. When the pasta is done, drain, rinse until the pasta is cooled and set aside for now.
SALAD: Add the olive oil, sun-dried tomato oil, garlic, honey, oregano, vinegar, and ¼ teaspoon of salt and ¼ teaspoon of pepper to a mason jar. Place a lid on top and shake until the dressing is combined.
ASSEMBLE: Add the tomatoes halves, and basil to a large bowl. Toss with ½ the dressing and let sit for 15 minutes. Then add the pasta and toss to combine. Taste and adjust with more dressing as desired, I usually added all the dressing. Add the feta and toss to combine. Refrigerate the salad for 30 minutes to develop more flavor! Serve cold or at room temperature.

ORZO AND TOMATO SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE

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A cold pasta salad with orzo, green olives, feta cheese, parsley, dill, tomato, olive oil, and lemon juice. If you don't have fresh herbs, use 1 teaspoon dried. As a personal chef, I can let you know that my clients love this dish.

Provided by COZYCUISINE

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
¼ cup pitted green olives
1 cup diced feta cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 ripe tomato, chopped
¼ cup virgin olive oil
⅛ cup lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain, and rinse with cold water.
When orzo is cool, transfer to a medium bowl and mix in olives, feta cheese, parsley, dill, and tomato. In a small bowl, whisk together oil and lemon juice. Pour over pasta, and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 10.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 613.7 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

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