The Best Orzo Beef Salad
Hey there! Today, I'm excited to share with you my favorite recipe for Orzo Beef Salad. This dish is perfect for a light and refreshing meal, packed with flavors that will leave you satisfied and wanting more.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill), chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- For the dressing: 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 clove garlic, minced, salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook orzo pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside to cool.
- Preheat grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat. Season beef sirloin with salt and pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked to your liking. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked orzo pasta, grilled beef, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve the Orzo Beef Salad immediately, or refrigerate for later. Enjoy!