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Ultimate Ina Garten Orzo Salad With Feta

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A vibrant and crunchy orzo salad with feta, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 4 1/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp each salt and pepper
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 2 ears grilled corn, cut off the cob
  • 1 English cucumber, sliced and quartered
  • 1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta, crumbled
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon each fresh dill, parsley, and oregano (or 1 teaspoon each dried)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder and salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the Orzo: In a large pot, bring the low sodium chicken broth to a boil. Add the orzo and cook per package instructions until al dente, usually around 7-9 minutes.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: While your orzo is cooking, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Toss in the chopped red onion and sauté for about 3–5 minutes, until translucent.
  3. Add Grilled Corn: Once the onions are sautéed, add the fresh grilled corn to the skillet and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked orzo, sautéed onion, corn, cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, drained chickpeas, olives, and sliced almonds. Gently stir everything together.
  5. Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, herbs, sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Toss and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine. Add in the crumbled feta and fresh basil, and give it one last toss.

Notes

Letting the salad sit for about 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

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Keywords: orzo salad, feta, summer salad, Mediterranean

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