Ingredients

  • 16oz orzo pasta, uncooked
  • 10 oz spinach, finely chopped
  • 1/2 lb feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 3/4 C pine nuts (or almonds)
  • 1/2 tsp basil, dried
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 1/3 C olive oil
  • 1/3 C balsamic vinegar

Instructions

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.