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Greek Orzo Salad




Source of Recipe


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Recipe Introduction


Whip up this light and easy pasta salad in minutes. It makes a great side dish for your favorite grilled dinners.





List of Ingredients



• 3 tablespoons olive oil, preferably extra-virgin
  
• 4 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar
  
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
  
• 8 ounces orzo pasta
  
• 6 ounces Mediterranean herb-style feta cheese, crumbled
  
• 1/4 cup chopped roasted red bell pepper
  
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  






Instructions



1. For the dressing, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt in a covered jar and shake to mix well; set aside.
   
2. For the salad, cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
   
3. Combine pasta, feta, roasted pepper and parsley in a salad bowl and mix well. Pour dressing over the salad and toss to mix well.
   






Final Comments


Serves 4

*Balsamic dressing keeps well for up to two weeks in the refrigerator. Consider doubling the quantities and refrigerating the excess. You'll have restaurant-quality homemade dressing ready to use.

*If you can’t find white balsamic vinegar, you can substitute regular balsamic vinegar in this recipe, but use less (about 1 tablespoon) since it has a stronger flavor.