Greek Orzo

Greek Orzo with Feta
Recipe from Allrecipes

Ingredients:
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
2 ripe tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
1/2 pound dried orzo pasta
1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Preparation:
1. Stir together olive oil, lemon juice, olives, tomatoes, red pepper, red onion, garlic, oregano, and feta cheese in a large bowl. Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour.

2. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and toss the tomato mixture. Sprinkle with chopped parsley to serve.

Tine's Notes: I modified this recipe a little for my own taste and availability. Omitted olives and red bell pepper. I used 2 sun-dried tomatoes and 1 roma, 1 clove of garlic, and dried oregano. I didn't have parsley, but I used the other green stuff we always have on hand, cilantro. I used a small red onion which really packs quite a punch, tangy! I didn't use as much feta as in the recipe since I went by taste. Very bright and flavorful dish!