Ingredients
1 cup orzo, cooked
1 12-ounce bag spinach, torn or cut
1 small red pepper, chopped
1 small cucumber, chopped (peeled and deseeded, optional)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
7 ounces feta cheese, crumbled or cubed
5 ounces sliced green olives
5 ounces sliced kalamata olives
Salad Dressing
½ cup olive oil
1 lime or lemon, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
1 ½ teaspoons oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Cook the orzo according to the package directions. Drain and set aside to cool.
2
In a large bowl, add the spinach, red pepper, cucumber, red onions, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese.
3
Gently mix in the orzo.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime or lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until the spinach is coated.
6
Serve immediately.
Notes:
For a gluten-free version, use quinoa instead of orzo.
To make the salad vegan, use a plant-based feta cheese.