Tomato-Orzo Salad

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12

Healthy and Delicious Tomato-Orzo Salad Recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

Tomato-Orzo Salad is a perfect dish for a hot summer day. The flavors of juicy tomatoes and mellow orzo pasta are enhanced with tasty crumbled feta cheese. This salad is easy to make and requires few ingredients, so it can be made even on a busy weekday for a quick and healthy meal. With its various nutrients and amino acids, this salad helps to maintain a healthy diet while enjoying a delicious meal.

Instructions

1.	Cook orzo pasta according to package directions, then drain and rinse with cold water.
2.	In a large bowl, stir together the orzo and canned stewed tomatoes.
3.	Mix in the dried parsley flakes, dried basil, lemon juice, and garlic powder.
4.	Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad, and stir together until well combined.
5.	Serve chilled and enjoy!

PROS

This salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of tomato and orzo pasta.

It’s easy to make and can be served as a side dish or a main meal.

The feta cheese adds a tangy and creamy flavor to the salad.

CONS

This salad is high in carbs due to the orzo pasta, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Orzo pasta is a good source of carbohydrates and provides energy for the body.
Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, and potassium.
The feta cheese adds a good source of calcium and protein.

	1 cup orzo pasta , uncooked
	1 can stewed tomatoes
	2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
	1 teaspoon dried basil
	2 teaspoons lemon juice
	1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
	1/4 cup feta cheese , crumbled