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Orzo Salad from Trisha Yearwood - Just 5 Weight Watchers SmartPoints
3.89 from 36 votes

Trisha Yearwood Orzo Salad Made Lighter

Tangy and fresh this is a new favorite salad full of Mediterranean flavors I plan to make again and again and again.
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time30 mins
Servings: 9
Calories: 180
Author: Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Ingredients

  • 1 cup orzo
  • 15 ounces canned chickpeas, drained
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes, cut in half
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • ½ cup finely chopped red onion
  • ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 20 kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons pepperoncini, chopped (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 handful fresh mint, torn

Instructions

  • Cook the orzo in salted water according to the package directions until done (about 7 to 9 minutes.)
  • Drain the orzo in a colander and allow to cool.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the orzo, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta, olives, pepperoncini (if using), vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss in the mint.
  • Serve at room temperature.

Recipe Notes

Variations:
  • Add chopped cooked chicken or shrimp to turn it into a meal in a bowl
  • Add more veg to pump up the volume: Chopped red bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, canned drained artichoke hearts, peas, etc.
  • Add Greek Seasoning blend
  • Top with shaved Parmesan cheese
Serving size: ¾ cup
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Nutrition Facts
Trisha Yearwood Orzo Salad Made Lighter
Amount Per Serving (3 /4 cup)
Calories 180 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 3g12%
Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.