Mediterranean Orzo Pasta Salad

Ingredients:

• 12 oz The Olive Grove’s Orzo pasta
• 14 oz jar Artichoke hearts
• 1/4 c The Olive Grove’s Tuscan Herb extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 c White wine vinegar
• 4 oz Feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 Red onion, chopped
• 1 c The Olive Grove’s Kalamata Olives, chopped
• 3/4 c Fresh tomatoes, diced

Directions:

Bring water to a boil, stir & cook until al dente (about 9 minutes). Rinse, drain & cool. Drain artichokes, reserving liquid in a small bowl and coarsely chop. Add oil & vinegar to reserved liquid. Whisk together and set aside. In a large bowl combine orzo, artichokes, onion, feta, olives and tomatoes. Pour dressing over pasta and stir gently. Add salt & pepper to taste.

Serve at room temperature. Makes 8-10 one cup servings.