Mediterranean Orzo Spinach Salad

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 pound ground lamb
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups fresh spinach leaves, chopped
  • 3tomatoes, seeded and chopped
  • 1lemon, zested and juiced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 5green onions, chopped
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Directions

  • Step 1

    Bring a pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add orzo pasta, cook for 5 minutes, or until al dente.Drain.

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  • Step 2

    Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the lamb and garlic in the skillet. Season lamb with coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook until evenly browned. Remove from heat, and drain.

  • Step 3

    In a large bowl, mix the spinach, tomatoes, lemon juice and zest, mint, parsley, green onions, and remaining olive oil. Toss with the orzo, lamb, and feta cheese to serve.

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