Greek Orzo Salad With Chickpeas & Artichoke Hearts Recipe - Food.com (2024)

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Submitted by kitty.rock

"Quintessential Greek flavors - feta, lemon and dill - combine perfectly in this hearty salad. To complete the Mediterranean mood, try pairing it with a Greek Retsina or a Portuguese Vinho Verde. From EatingWell magazine May/June 1996, and "EatingWell Serves Two" Dietary Exchanges: 4 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 very lean meat, 1 fat (4 Carbohydrate Serving). Posted for ZWT6. NOTE: Recipe amended to indicate fresh lemon juice and optional addition of some greek seasoning for more flavor."

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Ready In:
39mins

Ingredients:
14
Yields:

2 salads

Serves:
2

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ingredients

  • 12 cup orzo pasta or 1/2 cup other tiny pasta
  • 1 12 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed and peeled
  • 18 teaspoon salt
  • 1 12 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 18 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1 (7 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
  • 13 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or 2 teaspoons dried dill
  • 1 12 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried mint
  • 1 large tomatoes, chopped (deseeded)
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves
  • OPTIONAL

  • 1 teaspoon all purpose Greek seasoning (I recommend Konriko as it has no MSG)

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directions

  • Bring a small saucepan of water to a boil. Cook orzo until just tender, about 9 minutes, or according to package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water until cool. Press to remove excess water. Transfer to a medium bowl and toss with oil.
  • Mash garlic and salt into a paste with the back of a spoon in a medium bowl. Whisk in lemon juice and pepper. Add the cooked orzo, artichokes, chickpeas, feta, dill and mint; toss gently to combine. Add tomatoes and toss again.
  • Divide spinach between 2 plates and top with the salad.

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Reviews

  1. This was very good and a hit at the potluck for which I prepared it. The only change I made to the ingredients was to use basil instead of dill because I have so much in my garden and my local grocery store didn't have dill. I also increased the number of servings to 8 which made WAY more than enough for a large crowd, with leftovers! Also, because it was for a group I tore the spinach up a little and just mixed it in with the salad. Great summer cold salad that is different from pasta and potato salads most people bring. Make sure to use fresh delicious tomatoes, the taste brings a lot to the dish.

    Chef Romano-Clarke

  2. Wish I had made more based on how quickly this was eaten up. I should of doubled it from the start :) Followed this exactly, except used a jar of 3 oz. of marinated artichokes. I wouldn't change one thing, this is so perfect the way it is!! Made for ZWT6 Zee Zesties!

    Andi Longmeadow Farm

  3. This dish incorporates everything I love -- it was perfect. It could actually be served as a meal all by itself; however, I served it alongside roasted chicken.I will definitely be serving this dish again and again and again!!!

    DailyInspiration

  4. Very nice and tasty! I used a gluten-free orzo and grape tomatoes. Perfect!

    bunnycook

  5. Found the recipe on cooking.com (with same reference to eating well mag) and I was going to come to the zaar and add it so I wouldnt lose it. So glad I found you had posted it! I really enjoyed this, it was light, refreshing, flavorful and a perfect summer time meal. As an afterthought, I mixed the spinach right into the orzo salad instead of topping the spinach with the salad. <br/><br/>Only reason I am giving it 4 stars is I think it needs just a little "something" but can't quite put my finger on it. I am also wondering if using fresh lemon juice might have made a difference, as well as doubling the amount of herbs. but it is a healthy recipe, and as such is not laden with the heavy fats and salts we are so used to having in our foods. I will be making it again and give the increased herbs a try.<br/><br/>It made enough for 4 meals<br/><br/>Thanks for posting this so I don't lose it!!

    Elainia

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FAQs

How many carbs are in a Greek orzo salad? ›

Dreamland Foods Greek Orzo Salad (1 serving) contains 47g total carbs, 44g net carbs, 12g fat, 8g protein, and 330 calories.

What is orzo salad made of? ›

In a large bowl, toss together the cooked orzo, cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, feta, red onion, and olives. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, add half the herbs, season with freshly ground black pepper, and toss to coat. Garnish with the remaining herbs and serve.

Can you eat orzo on a low carb diet? ›

Orzo has high carbs, so it's not good for a strict low-carb diet. But you can still have it occasionally if you're not too strict with carb intake.

Does orzo have less carbs than rice? ›

Orzo also has a higher fiber content than rice as well. Orzo does, however, have a higher carbohydrate content per serving, but not by much. Due to the higher protein and fiber content, orzo will leave you feeling fuller for longer which is helpful for those trying to lose weight.

Which is healthier orzo or pasta? ›

Orzo is commonly made from white flour, but it can be made from whole-grain flour as well, making it a healthier pasta option.

Is orzo healthier than rice or pasta? ›

Rice and orzo contain a significant amount of nutrients like protein and carbs; orzo has a higher concentration of these two nutrients. These nutrients help replenish the body's energy and heal the tissues from within. Therefore, a higher concentration of this makes orzo the better option.

What is orzo called in English? ›

Orzo (/ˈɔːrzoʊ, ˈɔːrtsoʊ/; lit. 'barley'; Italian: [ˈɔrdzo]; from Latin hordeum), also known as risoni ( Italian: [riˈzoːni]; "large [grains of] rice"), is a form of short-cut pasta shaped like a large grain of rice. Orzo is traditionally made from flour, but it can also be made of whole grain.

How many carbs are in a Greek pasta salad? ›

Heb Greek Pasta Salad (1 cup) contains 27g total carbs, 26g net carbs, 14g fat, 6g protein, and 260 calories.

Is Greek salad high in carbs? ›

Greek Salad (1 cup) contains 3.3g total carbs, 2.4g net carbs, 7.3g fat, 7g protein, and 106 calories.

Does Greek salad have a lot of carbs? ›

Greek salad, with spinach, lettuce, feta cheese, tomatoes, cucumber, olives (1 cup) contains 4g total carbs, 2.6g net carbs, 7g fat, 2g protein, and 82 calories.

Is orzo high in carbs? ›

Orzo has a very high carbohydrate content. People who follow keto diets avoid consuming too many carbohydrates since it prevents fat burning. Therefore, it is unsuitable for keto diets. Whole grain orzo has a lesser amount of carbohydrates as compared to the white flour version.

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