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Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo)

Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo) brings together tender pasta, crisp-tender broccoli, and toasty pine nuts in a warm chile-kissed olive oil that ties everything together. Briny olives with Parmesan and feta add salty depth and tang, while basil brightens each bite. Ideal for make-ahead lunches, picnics, or as a fresh side alongside grilled mains.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook15 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo)
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook for 8 minutes. Add the broccoli florets to the pot and cook for 2 more minutes, until tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the pine nuts and cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and pour over the orzo.

  3. 3

    Toss the orzo until coated with the oil mixture. Add the olives, Parmesan cheese, basil, and feta cheese. Toss again and season with salt and pepper.

About This Recipe

Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo) is a Greek side dish recipe made with 10 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Olives, Broccoli Florets, Crumbled Feta Cheese, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 393.24 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo)?
It is a Greek salad recipe made with 10 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
What is Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo) made of?
The main ingredients are Black Olives, Broccoli Florets, Crumbled Feta Cheese, Fresh Basil, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 10 is above.
How long does it take to make Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo)?
About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 393.24 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo) easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 3 steps.

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