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Mediterranean Orzo Chickpea Salad

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

Salad

  • Orzo pasta
  • Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Cucumber
  • Bell pepper
  • Red onion
  • Fresh parsley
  • Fresh basil
  • Feta cheese
  • Kalamata olives
  • Toasted pine nuts

Dressing

  • Olive oil
  • Red wine vinegar
  • Garlic
  • Dijon mustard
  • Honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the orzo pasta according to package directions until al dente, then rinse under cold water to stop the cooking and drain well.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooked orzo, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion.
  • Add the fresh parsley and basil.
  • Toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, then let cool.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  • Top with the feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and toasted pine nuts before serving.