Spinach Orzo Salad with Feta

5 from 1 vote

Learn how to make a fresh and delicious Spinach Orzo Salad with simple ingredients like spinach, orzo, cherry tomatoes, and lemon. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal or side dish!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Salad

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Servings: people

Calories: 277kcal

Author: Dr. Nena Stefanovic

Ingredients

For the Salad:

1 cup orzo uncooked
2 cups baby spinach fresh, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1 cup cucumber diced
½ cup feta cheese crumbled
¼ cup artichoke hearts jarred, chopped

For the Dressing:

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon mustard Dijon or whole grain
1 clove garlic minced
½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Cook the Orzo:

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the orzo according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool and prevent sticking.

Prepare the Dressing:

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.

Chop the Vegetables:

Chop the spinach, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and chop the artichoke hearts.

Assemble the Salad:

In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, chopped spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and artichoke hearts.

Dress the Salad:

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.

Chill and Serve:

Let the salad sit for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Notes

These are the nutrition facts for 1 serving of this recipe.
Refer to the post above for video instructions and other useful information.
Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.

Storage Suggestions

For the best storage, keep the Spinach Orzo Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for 3 to 4 days.
If you're prepping it in advance, consider storing the dressing separately to keep the salad crisp. When ready to serve, toss the salad with the dressing and enjoy!

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