Greek Orzo Salad with Mustard-Dill Vinaigrette Bobby Flay - Recipe Diaries (2024)

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On Saturday and Sunday mornings you can catch me watching cooking shows on Food Network. It’s fun to test and try out new recipes from different Food Network chefs. I’ll also share the recipe on this blog with you guys if I think it’s worthy! Like this recipe for Greek Orzo Salad from Bobby Flay.

Bobby Flay has been one of my favorites to follow for a while now and I’m still watching him. He’s on a lot of cooking competition shows. I absolutely love this orzo pasta salad it is full of fresh tomatoes and cucumbers with a zesty dill dressing.

What Ingredients do I need?

In this section, you can find substitutes or suggestions for certain ingredients. I also will try and list out what the ingredients' purpose is for.

Orzo - Orzo pasta is pasta shaped like rice. Any small sized pasta shape will work if you can’t find it.

Dijon Mustard - such as Grey Poupon

Wine Vinegar - White

Olive Oil - or Avocado Oil

Green Onions, Grape tomatoes, English cucumbers

How to make Orzo Pasta

To print the full recipe please see the recipe card below.

Bring 8 cups of cold, salted water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain well.

While the orzo cooks, whisk together the mustard, vinegar and some salt and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Set aside.

Combine the orzo, green onions, tomatoes and cucumbers in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Scatter the feta and dill over the top, drizzle with the vinaigrette, and toss again. Serve immediately, or chill for up to 8 hours.

Serving size: ½ cup.

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If you’ve tried this Orzo Pasta recipe or any other recipe on the site, let me know in the comment section how it turned out. Snap a picture and upload it to Pinterest.

Greek Orzo Salad with Mustard-Dill Vinaigrette Bobby Flay - Recipe Diaries (2)
Greek Orzo Salad with Mustard-Dill Vinaigrette Bobby Flay - Recipe Diaries (3)

Recipe adapted from Bobby Flay

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Greek Orzo Salad with Mustard-Dill Vinaigrette Bobby Flay

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  • Author: Jenna
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 7 min
  • Yield: 8 1x
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Description

I absolutely love this orzo pasta salad it is full of fresh tomatoes and cucumbers with a zesty dill dressing.

  • Kosher salt
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup white wine vinegar
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium English cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh dill

Instructions

  1. Bring 8 cups of cold, salted water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the orzo and cook until al dente, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain well.
  2. While the orzo cooks, whisk together the mustard, vinegar and some salt and pepper in a medium bowl until smooth. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Set aside.
  3. Combine the orzo, green onions, tomatoes and cucumbers in a large bowl; season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Scatter the feta and dill over the top, drizzle with the vinaigrette, and toss again. Serve immediately, or chill for up to 8 hours.
  4. Serving size: ½ cup.

Notes

myWW points: Blue 4; Green 4; Purple 4

  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 7 min
  • Category: Easy
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ½ cup

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Comments

  1. Jenna says

    Shrimp sounds delicious!

  2. Stine says

    Add shrimp! I always add grilled shrimp and it’s a delicious quick meal

  3. Laurie says

    Have made this many times!! I find the vinaigrette too strong and temper it with a touch of sugar. Everyones palate is different.

  4. Kelly says

    I have made this salad quite a few times. It is always a big hit. It is also versatile, sometimes I add other things like olives.

  5. Amy Basso says

    I love Bobby Flay! This dish looks fabulously light and refreshing!

  6. Jenna says

    Ha ha drink it. It's probably really good for you!

  7. Kirsten says

    Jenna,
    I like to use orzo in salads because everything seems to scoop together better, if that makes any sense. Bow ties and cork screws are all bouncing around not staying in the serving spoon, but orzo is very nicely-mannered.

    This salad looks terrific--a great addition to summer!

  8. Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says

    I could drink this dill vinaigrette!! This looks great.

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Greek Orzo Salad with Mustard-Dill Vinaigrette Bobby Flay - Recipe Diaries (2024)

FAQs

How many carbs are in a Greek orzo salad? ›

Dreamland Foods Greek Orzo Salad (1 serving) contains 47g total carbs, 44g net carbs, 12g fat, 8g protein, and 330 calories.

What is orzo salad made of? ›

In a large bowl, toss together the cooked orzo, cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, feta, red onion, and olives. Drizzle the dressing over the salad, add half the herbs, season with freshly ground black pepper, and toss to coat. Garnish with the remaining herbs and serve.

Does orzo have more carbs than rice? ›

Orzo also has a higher fiber content than rice as well. Orzo does, however, have a higher carbohydrate content per serving, but not by much. Due to the higher protein and fiber content, orzo will leave you feeling fuller for longer which is helpful for those trying to lose weight.

Can you eat orzo on a low carb diet? ›

Heart Low Carb Orzo Pasta is an excellent choice for people who follow a low carb or ketogenic diet.

Which is healthier orzo or pasta? ›

Since orzo is a whole grain pasta, it offers a few health benefits. However, these health benefits make it better than other regular pasta. However, to make an orzo meal nutritious, combine it with healthy and nutritious foods like vegetables, chicken, etc.

Which is healthier orzo or quinoa? ›

Which is healthier, orzo or quinoa? Quinoa offers more protein and isn't gluten-filled like orzo. However, both are healthy in a balanced diet. But if you want more protein and no gluten, quinoa is the healthier option.

What is orzo called in English? ›

Orzo (/ˈɔːrzoʊ, ˈɔːrtsoʊ/; lit. 'barley'; Italian: [ˈɔrdzo]; from Latin hordeum), also known as risoni ( Italian: [riˈzoːni]; "large [grains of] rice"), is a form of short-cut pasta shaped like a large grain of rice.

Does Greek salad have a lot of carbs? ›

Greek Salad (1 cup) contains 3.3g total carbs, 2.4g net carbs, 7.3g fat, 7g protein, and 106 calories.

How many carbs are in a Greek pasta salad? ›

Heb Greek Pasta Salad (1 cup) contains 27g total carbs, 26g net carbs, 14g fat, 6g protein, and 260 calories.

What is a keto substitute for orzo? ›

You can use cauliflower rice as a substitute for orzo pasta dishes since it has a similar texture. It's also a great substitute for any dish that calls for couscous, which is often considered pasta.

How many net carbs are in orzo? ›

Primo Pasta Orzo (1 cup) contains 63g total carbs, 60g net carbs, 1g fat, 10g protein, and 300 calories.

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