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Orzo and Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese
A cold pasta salad with orzo, green olives, feta cheese,
parsley, dill, tomato, olive oil, and lemon juice. If you
don't have fresh herbs, use dried, but be sure to use more
to make up the difference in flavor. As a personal chef,
I can let you know that my clients love this dish. Prep
Time: approx. 15 Minutes. Cook Time: approx. 10 Minutes.
Ready in: approx. 25 Minutes. Makes 6 servings.

1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1/4 cup pitted green olives
1 cup diced feta cheese
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 ripe tomato, chopped
1/4 cup virgin olive oil
1/8 cup lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Directions
1 Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
Cook orzo for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain,
and rinse with cold water.
2 When orzo is cool, transfer to a medium bowl and mix in
olives, feta cheese, parsley, dill, and tomato. In a small
bowl, whisk together oil and lemon juice. Pour over pasta,
and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill
before serving.