Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

• 220 g orzo pasta
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 small clove of garlic, crushed
• 1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed
• 1 cup red grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup yellow grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup pitted olives, halved
• 1 cup feta
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• Half a red onion, diced

Preparation:

1. Prepare the dressingIn a jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Close the lid and shake.
2. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package directions. Drain and let cool.
3. Prepare the saladIn a large bowl, combine the orzo, chickpeas, red and yellow tomatoes, olives, feta, parsley, and red onion and drizzle with the dressing. Toss to distribute evenly. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Sprinkle with feta and parsley before serving.