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Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe with Feta and Spinach – This light and refreshing orzo pasta salad with feta, spinach, shallot, and cheddar is perfect for lunch or a potluck. It’s quick and easy to make, and it’s vegetarian so that everyone can enjoy it on its own or as a fabulous side for a picnic or a party! The combination of orzo, spinach, cheese, and a light but flavorful olive oil and lemon dressing makes this orzo pasta salad a delicious, healthy lunch option everyone will love!
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Ingredients list for the spinach orzo salad recipe
- 1 1/2 cup orzo
- 2 cups baby spinach, rinsed
- 3 oz Feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 oz mild white cheddar, cut into small cubes (or mozzarella, swiss…)
- 3/4 cup green olives, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon grated garlic (optional)
- 1 medium shallot, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
Photo credit: © Eatwell101.com
Directions
1. To make the orzo pasta salad: Cook pasta according to the package directions, in boiling salted water. Drain the orzo and toss with a little oil to prevent sticking. Arrange all the salad ingredients in a large salad bowl.
2. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, and Italian seasoning in a jar, then pour over the orzo salad.
3. Toss all ingredients together! Chill the orzo pasta salad before serving. Enjoy! ❤️
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Tips for the spinach Orzo salad recipe
- You can add any ingredients you like to the orzo pasta salad: diced cucumber, green bell pepper, red onion, etc.
- If you do not like fresh garlic, just scrap it from the ingredients list.
- You can add any protein you like: rotisserie chicken, cooked shrimp…
What pasta can we substitute for orzo?
If you don’t have orzo at hand or would like to try something else, try these substitutes for the pasta salad:
- Ditalini pasta
- Stelline pasta
- Macaroni
- Broken spaghetti
How to keep orzo pasta salad leftovers
Any leftover orzo pasta salad can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 or 3 days. The more you keep it, the better it tastes.
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- Corn Pasta Salad with Ham and Creamy Dressing
- Chicken Spinach Pasta Salad with Creamy Ranch Dressing
- Greek Orzo Pasta Salad
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