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Orzo with Feta, Olives, Tomatoes, and Dill

This great summer dish is not really a recipe, since all of the ingredients are added according to taste and sight. In other words, if it looks like a nice, balanced combination of all of the ingredients and it tastes great, it’s ready! Serve this with a good whole grain peasant bread, a side salad of mesclun greens in vinaigrette, and wine, and you’ve got a perfect summer lunch.

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Total Time:

20 minutes

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Facts

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Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 218
  • Protein: 6 grams
  • Fat: 11.5 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 3.25 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 24 grams
  • Fiber: 15 grams
  • Sodium: 252 mg.

Ingredients

8 ounces orzo, preferably whole grain

Extra virgin olive oil, to lightly coat the orzo, about 1/8 cup

1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

Sliced Kalamata olives, about 1 cup

Feta cheese, about ¾ cup,

Fresh dill, minced, about 3 Tablespoons

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the orzo and cook until al dente.
  2. Drain quickly in a colander in the sink and immediately cool by letting water flow over it. Set aside until completely cool and drained.
  3. Transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add olive oil to coat but not drench the pasta. Add tomatoes, olives, and feta to taste. Add chopped dill and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well. Serve immediately.

Courtesy chef Susan Kron for The Oldways Table.

How’d it Taste?

  • Amy H. says:

    Just tried this for an easy side dish, and it did not disappoint! Its good even in the winter. Agreed that its perfect with chicken.

  • Jan says:

    I make this all the time for a summer side dish and for potluck dinners. It really is easy and delicious. Sometimes I add other fresh ingredients…peppers (all types), cucumber, chickpeas.

  • Rose says:

    I make this often, esp with grilled chicken kabobs. Delicious

  • Bobbie says:

    Quick, easy and a great go-to when you want something light or need a side dish.

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