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Orzo Pasta Salad

Published: May 6, 2020 by Anna 7 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission.

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This Orzo Pasta Salad is packed with fresh and colorful veggies. Perfect Spring and Summer salad to serve at potlucks and backyard BBQ!

Serve this salad with Lemon Vinaigrette and Easy Grilled Chicken for a light and delicious dinner everyone will love.

Pasta salad with veggies in a bowl.

Warm Summer months and fresh and bright produce always make me crave pasta salads! They are quick and easy to make and perfect as a side dish or a light lunch. A drizzle of fresh citrus or Italian dressing and you are set! I can pack it in containers and take to a picnic or a potluck.

Ingredients:

  • orzo pasta
  • cherry tomatoes or Roma tomatoes
  • cucumber
  • olives
  • red onion
  • chickpeas
  • sun-dried tomatoes
  • olive oil
  • lemon juice
  • honey
  • salt and pepper
  • feta cheese or mozzarella balls, optional
Pasta and veggies in a bowl.

How to make Orzo Pasta Salad?

  • Start with cooking the orzo according to instructions on the package.
  • Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
  • Chop veggies and prep the dressing.
  • Combine everything together in a large bowl.
  • Toss gently.
  • Serve right away or chill in the fridge.

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Orzo, tomatoes, cucumbers and olives in a bowl.

What else can I add to this pasta salad?

You can go with any veggies you like. Marinated artichokes, spinach, Romaine lettuce, basil, etc. Skip the beans and use chopped cooked chicken.

Storing:

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored covered in the fridge for up to 4 days. If you are adding lettuce or spinach, wait until just before serving. Otherwise, it will wilt.

More pasta salads:

  • BLT Pasta Salad
  • Macaroni Egg Salad
  • Italian Pasta Salad
  • Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad

For more recipes like this one, feel free to browse our Salad Category.

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Pasta and veggies in a bowl.

Orzo Pasta Salad

Author: Anna
This Orzo Pasta Salad is packed with fresh and colorful veggies. Perfect Spring and Summer salad to serve at potlucks and backyard BBQ! Serve this salad with lemon vinaigrette and grilled chicken for a light and delicious dinner everyone will love.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 9 minutes mins
Total Time 24 minutes mins
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 438 kcal
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Ingredients
 
 

for salad:

  • 2 cups cooked orzo pasta
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber chopped
  • 1 cup olives halved
  • ¼ cup chopped red onion
  • 1 cup chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 3 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes

for dressing:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to instructions on the package, about 9 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water. Set aside.
    2 cups cooked orzo pasta
  • Chop tomatoes, cucumber, olives, onion and sun-dried tomatoes.
    2 cups cherry tomatoes, 1 medium cucumber, 1 cup olives, ¼ cup chopped red onion, 3 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • Combine pasta with all veggies.
    1 cup chickpeas
  • Combine all dressing ingredients in a small jar. Shake well. Drizzle over the pasta salad.
    ¼ cup olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Serve right away or chill until ready to serve.
    parsley

Notes

  • I like to add 1 teaspoon of the oil from sun-dried tomatoes to the dressing.
  • Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.
  • Typical serving size is 1 to 2 cups.

Nutrition

Calories: 438kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 840mg | Potassium: 594mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 584IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 4mg
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  1. Charlotte T. says

    June 05, 2025 at 9:06 am

    5 stars
    Such a refreshing side dish! The lemon and herbs really bring it to life perfect for summer BBQs.

    Reply
  2. Mateo says

    February 14, 2025 at 12:48 pm

    5 stars
    My favourite salad

    Reply
  3. Gale says

    June 20, 2022 at 12:08 am

    Wow! This salad was easy to make, it looked beautiful and tasted even better. Stored perfectly

    Reply
    • Anna says

      July 08, 2022 at 3:47 pm

      I am so glad the salad was a hit! Thank you, Gale!

      Reply
  4. Melissa says

    May 06, 2020 at 5:47 pm

    5 stars
    This is perfect my favorite kind of pasta salad!

    Reply
  5. Suzy says

    May 06, 2020 at 3:15 pm

    5 stars
    We love how good orzo pairs with fresh ingredients! The dressing is so tasty too!

    Reply
  6. April says

    May 06, 2020 at 2:54 pm

    5 stars
    Such a delicious salad! Perfect as a side dish for grilling out!

    Reply

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