Orzo and Broccoli Salad (No Mayo)

Instead of mayo, this orzo and broccoli salad is tossed with feta and Parmesan cheeses and a zesty olive oil dressing, making it the perfect accompaniment to any main dish.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 397 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 3 tablespoons pine nuts
• 1 bunch fresh broccoli, cut into florets
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh basil
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1.5 cups uncooked orzo pasta
• 0.75 cup sliced black olives
• 3.5 ounces crumbled feta cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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