Rainbow Orzo Salad
If you’re looking for a fresh, colorful dish to kick off summer, this Rainbow Orzo Salad is it! It’s light, vibrant, and packed with crisp veggies, briny olives, and creamy feta, plus a bold, garlicky flavor thanks to Hanley’s Sensation Dressing that ties everything together effortlessly.
This is one of those recipes that feels a little elevated but couldn’t be easier to throw together. It’s perfect for meal prep, a quick lunch, or bringing to a summer gathering when you want something that looks beautiful and tastes even better. The combination of textures—tender orzo, crunchy vegetables, and creamy cheese—makes every bite satisfying without feeling heavy.
From a nutrition standpoint, you’re getting a great mix of fiber-rich veggies, heart-healthy fats from olives, and a little protein from feta to help keep you full. It’s the kind of balanced, feel-good dish that fits seamlessly into real life, no overthinking required!
Pro tip: This salad gets even better after it sits for a bit, so don’t be afraid to make it ahead of time. Not a feta fan? Swap in parmesan, or keep it dairy-free with avocado.
Get the full recipe below, and check out the recipe video at this link!
Rainbow Orzo Salad
Course Lunch, Dinner
Servings 4-6 servings
Ingredients:
8 oz dry orzo
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, chopped
½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cucumber, chopped
¼ cup red onions, minced
½ cup green olives, chopped
¼ cup basil, chopped
2 large radishes (about ½ cup), chopped
1 clove garlic, grated
Salt & pepper to taste
Juice of ½ lemon
½ cup Hanley’s Sensation™ Dressing or Garlic & Red Wine Vinaigrette Dressing
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions:
Cook orzo according to package instructions. Let cool and set aside.
While orzo cooks, chop vegetables, including cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, green olives, basil, and radishes.
Add cooked orzo and all chopped vegetables into a large mixing bowl. Add grated garlic, salt & pepper, lemon juice, and Hanley’s Sensation dressing. Mix until well combined. Add feta cheese and gently mix until well combined.
