Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 ounces uncooked orzo pasta ((1/3 cup))
  • 2 ounces spinach leaves (, (2 cups) finely chopped )
  • 1 ounce Feta cheese crumbles ((¼ cup))
  • 1 ounce chopped red onions ((¼ cup))
  • 1 ounce toasted pine nuts ((¼ cup))
  • 1 ounce sun-dried tomatoes (, (¼ cup) chopped)
  • 1 ounce sliced Kalamata olives ((8-9 olives))
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • pinch kosher salt (, optional)

Instruction

  • Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for about 8 minutes or until al dente. Drain, rinse in cold water and set aside.
  • Toss the spinach, Feta cheese, onions, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, and Kalamata olives in a large bowl. Add the cooked orzo and stir well.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried basil, and pepper. Pour over the spinach and orzo salad and toss.
  • Taste salad and add salt to taste if necessary.
  • Refrigerate and serve cold.