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    SALAD:Mediterranean Orzo Salad

    Source of Recipe

    ivillage

    List of Ingredients

    1 cup orzo pasta
    1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, rinsed and drained
    1 cup diced red bell pepper
    ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
    ¼ cup chopped fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (If using dried basil, add to dressing.)
    Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish (optional)

    Dressing
    1 packet (1 ounce) Ranch Salad Dressing
    3 tablespoons olive oil
    3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
    1 teaspoon sugar

    Recipe

    1. Cook orzo according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain; rinse with cold water.

    2. Mix orzo, olives, red pepper, feta cheese, and fresh basil in a large bowl.

    3. Whisk together salad dressing & recipe mix, oil, vinegar and sugar. Stir dressing into orzo mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving, if desired.

    Makes 4 to 6 servings.

 

 

 


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