Spinach and Orzo Salad

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked orzo pasta

  • 1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach leaves, finely chopped

  • ½ pound crumbled feta cheese

  • ½ red onion, finely chopped

  • ¾ cup pine nuts

  • ½ teaspoon dried basil

  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper

  • ½ cup olive oil

  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar

Directions

  1. 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.