Over the next couple of weeks, I will share three of my go-to salads for summertime dinners, parties, or BBQs! They include Orzo Spinach Salad, Tri-Colored Pasta Salad, and Tomato Cucumber Salad.
Orzo Spinach Salad
This Orzo Spinach Salad recipe is compliments of a friend who served it to my family about 5 years ago when she invited us over for a BBQ. She mailed the recipe to me and I refer to her recipe card quite often! A great side salad for your next meal or event. I even pack a small container for my lunch at the beach every summer!
Ingredients:
- 10 oz. Fresh baby spinach (rinsed and drained)
- 16 oz. Orzo pasta
- 1 pt. Grape or Cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup Red onion (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup Olive oil
- Basil (to taste)
Directions: Cook orzo as directed on package. When finished cooking, drain and rinse with cold water. Chop baby spinach. Add feta, tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and basil. Mix all ingredients together. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Home Sweet Mama Mia 