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Greek Pasta Salad

URL: https://www.foodbymaria.com/greek-pasta-salad/

Ingredients

The salad

  • 1 cup dried orzo pasta
  • 1 lb cooked, peeled frozen shrimp (defrosted)
  • ½ cup chopped artichoke hearts
  • 1 cup halved baby tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • cup kalamata olives, chopped
  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 medium yellow pepper, chopped
  • cup chopped pistachios

The dressing

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ½ tbsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 1 medium lemon (juice)
  • ½ tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 small garlic cloves, pressed

Instructions

  1. Cook the orzo pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain and rinse in cold water.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk or shake to mix.
  3. In a bowl, toss the defrosted shrimp with 2 tablespoons of the dressing and set aside.
  4. Heat a medium frying pan over medium heat, add the shrimp, and cook for 1 minute per side before removing from heat.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the salad ingredients with the cooled pasta and dressing. Add the shrimp and toss gently.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
4-6
Calories
460
Total fat
27.6g
Total carbohydrates
34.3g
Total protein
24.7g
Sodium
529.5mg
Cholesterol
137.4mg

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