Mediterranean Orzo Chickpea Salad

Name: Mediterranean Orzo Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup orzo pasta; 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed; 2 cup baby spinach roughly chopped; 1 cup cucumber diced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved; 1/4 cup red onion finely diced; 1/3 cup dried cranberries; 1/3 cup feta cheese crumbled; 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped; 2 tbsp fresh mint chopped; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp lemon zest; 1 tsp dijon mustard; 1 tsp honey; 1 clove garlic minced; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; salt; black pepper

55m

Serves 6

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Mediterranean Orzo Chickpea Salad

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55m

Serves 6

Directions

1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente.
2Drain and rinse the orzo under cold water to stop the cooking. Let cool completely.
3In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled orzo, chickpeas, spinach, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, cranberries, feta, parsley, and mint.
4In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
6Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
7Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cup orzo pasta
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 tsp honey
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp dried oregano
salt (optional)
black pepper (optional)

Equipment

potlarge mixing bowlsmall bowl or jar

Tips

Serve as a light lunch or side dish.
Pair with grilled chicken, salmon, or shrimp.
Great for meal prep and stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Mediterranean Orzo Chickpea Salad

55m

Serves 6

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Mediterranean Orzo Chickpea Salad

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55m

Serves 6

Directions

1Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the orzo according to package directions until al dente.
2Drain and rinse the orzo under cold water to stop the cooking. Let cool completely.
3In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled orzo, chickpeas, spinach, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, cranberries, feta, parsley, and mint.
4In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
6Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
7Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning if needed.