Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Mediterranean Orzo Salad

Ready in 45 minutes, for 10 servings

INGREDIENTS:

- water

- orzo

- salt

EQUIPMENT:

- pot

1) Bring a pot of water to a rapid boil. Generously salt water and cook orzo until tender, approximately 7-9 minutes.

2) Drain and set aside.

INGREDIENTS:

- pine nuts

- spread

- sandwich bread

- orzo

EQUIPMENT:

- baking sheet

- oven

3) While orzo is cooking, spread pine nuts on a baking sheet and toast lightly in oven on 400 degrees.

EQUIPMENT:

- oven

4) Remove from oven and set aside.

INGREDIENTS:

- extra virgin olive oil

EQUIPMENT:

- frying pan

5) Heat two tablespoons of EVOO on medium heat in a non-stick pan.

INGREDIENTS:

- green onions

6) Saute chopped green onions for approximately 2 minutes.

INGREDIENTS:

- cooked orzo

- lemon juice

- lemon zest

- pine nuts

- parsley

7) Add parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, toasted pine nuts and cooked orzo.

INGREDIENTS:

- orzo

8) Saute for 3-4 minutes for flavors to combine and absorb into the orzo.

9) Remove from heat.

INGREDIENTS:

- green pepper

- cherry tomato

- peperoncini

- red onion

- cucumber

- orzo

EQUIPMENT:

- bowl

10) In a large bowl, combine cucumber, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion and pepperoncinis to orzo mixture.

INGREDIENTS:

- red wine vinegar

- feta cheese

- extra virgin olive oil

11) Additionally add crumbled feta cheese, red wine vinegar and remaining six tablespoons of EVOO.

12) Mix well. Can be refrigerated or served immediately.