Mediterranean Orzo Salad

• servings: 6 servings
• active time: 30 min
• total time: 1.5 hours

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Half lemon, juiced

1 clove garlic, minced

Salt and pepper, to taste

6 oz dry orzo pasta

1/2 c cherry tomatoes, chopped

1/2 c chickpeas, drained

1/4 red onion, diced

1/4 cup cucumber, chopped

1/4 cup bell pepper chopped

1/4 cup artichoke hearts, chopped

1.25 cups Mediterranean Style Salad Mix

1/4 c kalamata olives, halved

1/4 c crumbled feta cheese

3 Tablespoons slivered almonds

Hummus

Tzatziki

Directions

Boil orzo according to package and let cool

In a jar or bowl, mix together the oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until totally combined.

To a large mixing bowl, add the orzo and all other ingredients. Pour the dressing over the top and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

Serve with hummus and tzatziki to top each bowl.

Nutrition

• Calories: 193
• Total Fat: 5.7
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Cholesterol: 11 mg
• Sodium: 236 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28 g
• Dietary Fiber: 4 g
• Total Sugars: 3 g
• Protein: 7 g