GF Mediterranean Orzo Salad
When the weather gets warmer, pasta salad is essential! GF Mediterranean Orzo Salad is a light and refreshing salad with feta, herbs, and gluten-free orzo!
Ingredients
- 1 lb. gluten-free orzo pasta
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 4 oz. crumbled feta cheese
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup white beans, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped basil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- Fresh parsley leaves, for serving
- Fresh basil leaves, for serving
Instructions
- Boil your orzo as per the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, add the olives, apricots, feta, and tomatoes, and beans. Top with the drained orzo.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, basil, garlic, and honey. Mix well to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the orzo and vegetables. Toss to combine.
- Top with whole parsley and basil leaves and toss once more.
- Chill for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold.
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