Description
The Simple Mediterranean Chickpea and Orzo Salad is a colorful, flavorful dish that captures the essence of the Mediterranean in every bite. Bursting with vibrant ingredients like creamy feta, hearty chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, this salad is drizzled with a zesty lemon-garlic dressing that elevates its taste. Perfect for potlucks, quick lunches, or as a healthy side dish, it’s a delightful blend of nutrition and satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo
- 15 oz chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 cups arugula
- 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (basil and parsley)
Instructions
- Cook orzo in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt for the dressing.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo with arugula, chickpeas, feta cheese, olives, and chopped herbs.
- Pour dressing over the salad; toss gently to combine.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg