spinach and orzo salad

By AbbyIvie

Michelle Hall

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 (I used black)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

Preparation

Step 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.