Vibrant Balsamic Orzo Salad
This vibrant salad features orzo pasta combined with fresh vegetables and a tangy balsamic dressing. It's a refreshing dish perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ cucumber diced into small cubes
- ¼ red onion finely minced
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh basil roughly chopped
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orzo pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled orzo, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese if using.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the orzo mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Add the chopped basil and toss again, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- Let the salad rest for 15-20 minutes at room temperature before serving.
Notes
Let the salad rest to enhance the flavors before serving.