Spinach and Orzo Salad

A light, easy-to-make salad that’s pleasing to the palate.

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta


• 1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach leaves, finely chopped


• 1/2 pound crumbled feta cheese


• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped


• 3/4 cup pine nuts


• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil


• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper


• 1/2 cup olive oil


• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in spinach, feta, onion, pine nuts, basil and white pepper. Toss with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Refrigerate and serve cold.

Spinach and Orzo Salad